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Camellia trichocarpa
Erect growing bushy shrub with deep green and heavily veined leaves.Through spring the bush has attractive white flowers and nicely contrasting yellow stamens. Lovely as a specimen or hedge. Hardy. Prefers a sheltered site with good soil, though will tolerate dry conditions. Not widely seen in cultivation it has a subtle beauty of its own. Good for for birds and bees in the winter.
Genus
Camellia
Species
trichocarpa
Cultivar
Common name
Camellia
Family name
Theaceae
Place of origin
DETAILS
Height
3 m
Width
2 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Needs well drained soil / Prefers good loamy soil
Moisture
Prefers even soil moisture
Exposure
Grows in sun or semi-shade / Prefers a sheltered site / Will tolerate moderate frosts
Enthusiast / Magnificent / Nourishment / Paradise / Sanctuary / Texture / Whimsical
Shrubs
Category
Medium, height between 1.5 to 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.
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