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    CAMELLIA 'Hooker'
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    CAMELLIA 'Hooker'

    X williamsii. Single pale pink. Finely serrated leaves.
     
    Plant Details
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    • Good to know
      Named after plant hunter Joseph Hooker. C. 'Juno' x C. 'Salutation'. Shrub height about 1.8m (6ft) in 10 years
    • Pests & Diseases
      Aphids, scale insects, vine weevil, leaf spot
    • Place of origin
      Garden origin
    • Resistant to honey fungus
      These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
    • Camellias
    • x williamsii
    • Camellia
    • Evergreen
    • Single
      Row of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
    • Fully hardy
    • Serrulate
    • Elliptic
    • Height
      3m (10ft)
    • Spread
      2.5m (8ft)
    • Tall Shrub
      Open habit. Unusual large, open flowers with boss of gold stamens
    • Hardy - cold winter
      Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • Mature Size
      3m (10ft)
      Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
        2.5m (8ft)
       
    Planting Tips and Care Advice
    • Garden Location/Conditions
      Woodland garden
    • Pruning group
      Pruning group 5
      Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
      Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
      When: Annually after flowering.

    • Soil Conditions
      Acid / ericaceous loving
      Fertile moist well-drained soil
    • Sun Requirements
      Partial shade
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