Camellia japonica 'Miss Lakeland' (Miss Lakeland Camellia)
Botanical Information
| Family | Theaceae |
| Genus | Camellia |
| Species | japonica |
| Cultivar | 'Miss Lakeland' |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
| Origin | Originated in Lakeland, Florida, United States of America. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 7a - 10b |
| 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 | 1.5-2.5 m |
| Spread | 1-2 m |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | November, December |
Description and Growing Information
| Propagation | Hardwood cuttings planted with rooting hormone. Will begin to root within 2 or 3 months. |
| Cultivation | Grows best in rich, organic soil. Moderate drought tolerance once established. For best flowering, irrigation is needed if dry. |
| Notable Specimens | Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales, Florida, United States of America. |
| Leaf Description | Glossy, dark green, about 6-7 cm long. |
| Flower Description | Rose-like, double flower that is pink with red and white streaks. |
| Fruit Description | Round capsules, 3-4 cm in diameter. |
Photographs
Camellia japonica 'Miss Lakeland', form, Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales, Florida, United States of America.
Camellia japonica 'Miss Lakeland', leaf, Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales, Florida, United States of America.
Camellia japonica 'Miss Lakeland', flower, Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales, Florida, United States of America.
Camellia japonica 'Miss Lakeland', flower, Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales, Florida, United States of America.