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Camellia japonica 'Sir Victor Davis'
A beautiful shrub with double blooms that are tones of smokey reddish purple through winter and spring. Large glossy dark green leaves and an upright habit. Bred in NZ by Les Jury and named to honor one of our most prominent and respected nurserymen. Very hardy though thrives in good loamy soil that does not get too dry. Prefers a semi-shaded sheltered site.
Genus
Camellia
Species
japonica
Cultivar
'Sir Victor Davis'
Common name
Camellia
Family name
Theaceae
Place of origin
Asia
DETAILS
Height
3 m
Width
2 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Needs well drained soil / Prefers good loamy soil
Moisture
Prefers even soil moisture
Exposure
Grows in sun or semi-shade / Will tolerate very hard frosts.
Immaculate / Magnificent / Paradise / Sanctuary / Texture / Whimsical
Shrubs
Category
Large, over 3 metres.
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
Where to buy our plants
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