Camellia japonica 'Pope John XXIII' (Pope John XXIII Camellia)
Botanical Information
Family | Theaceae |
Genus | Camellia |
Species | japonica |
Cultivar | 'Pope John XXIII' |
Category | Woody |
Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 7-10 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | 8 |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H2-H6 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | -17.8 - 4.4 |
Temperature (°F) | 0-40 |
Height | 1-3 m |
Spread | 1-2 m |
Growth | Medium |
Flowering Period | January, February, March, December |
Description and Growing Information
Landscape | Good as hedges, screening, or woodland edging. Will also grow well in pots or containers with regular watering. |
Propagation | Hardwood cuttings planted with rooting hormone. Will begin to root within 2 or 3 months. |
Cultivation | Prefers moist, well drained, acidic soils. Grows best in partial shade or filtered sun. Does not tolerate alkaline soils or standing water. |
Notable Specimens | Bok Tower Gardens. Lake Wales, Florida, United States of America. |
Leaf Description | Thick, glossy, dark green leaves. 8 cm long. |
Flower Description | Formal double flower. Petals are white with a satin feel. 8 to 10 cm across. |
Fruit Description | Round 1-2 cm capsules. |