CAMELLIA 'Althaeiflora Gigantea'

Japonica. Scarlet paeony form with deeper centre

1 year

Pot size P9/0.5 Litre

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Plant Details

Flowering

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Pests & Diseases
Aphids, scale insects, vine weevils, leaf spot.
Place of origin
China, Korea, Japan
Resistant to honey fungus
These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
Camellias
japonica
The best known of all the camellias, Japanese Camellia (Camellia japonica)
Camellia
Evergreen
Red
Scarlet with deeper centre.
Paeony
Mass mixed irregular petals, with or without stamens

10-11cm (4-4¼in) across
Fully hardy
Serrulate
Elliptic
Height
To 9m (30ft)
Spread
To 8m (26ft)
Tall Shrub
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
Rounded to broadly columnar
Rounded to broadly spreading

Mature Size

to 9m (30ft)
	to 8m (26ft)

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