RHS / Joanna Kossak Compact and dense, with pale pink semi-double flowers appearing in the spring and changing to cherry pink at the tips of the petals. Slow-growing and therefore ideal for pots and containers.
2.5-4 metres
1.5-2.5 metres
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Suitable for woodland and acidic soils. Position in a site sheltered from cold, dry winds and early morning sun as buds and flowers may be damaged by cold winds and late frosts see camellia cultivation
Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings
May be susceptible to aphids, scale insects and vine weevil
May be susceptible to honey fungus, Phytophthora root rot, camellia gall, camellia leaf blight, camellia yellow mottle virus and flowers may be infected by camellia petal blight