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Camellia lutchuensis
Erect growing bushy shrub with mid-green very small leaves on layered graceful branchlets. Through spring the bush is profusely covered with small, fragrant single white flowers. Lovely as a dainty specimen or hedge. Hardy. Prefers a sheltered site with good soil, though will tolerate dry conditions.
Genus
Camellia
Species
lutchuensis
Cultivar
Common name
Camellia
Family name
Theaceae
Place of origin
Asia
DETAILS
Height
2 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 / Prefer good loamy soil
Moisture
Prefers even soil moisture
Exposure
Frost hardy / Grows in sun or semi-shade / Must be sheltered from wind.
Immaculate / Sanctuary / Texture / Whimsical
Shrubs
Category
Medium, height between 1.5 to 3 metres
Availability
We have this currently available in a POT 2.5 container.
Ask for it at your retailer.
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