Camellia japonica 'Elena Nobile' (Elena Nobile Camellia, Napa Red, Finest Napa Red)


Botanical Information

FamilyTheaceae
GenusCamellia
Speciesjaponica
Cultivar'Elena Nobile'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginCultivated by Cesare Franchetti in Florence, Italy.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone7a-10b
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone8
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH2-H5
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)(17.8)- 4.4
Temperature (°F)0-40
Height3-4 m
Spread1-3 m
GrowthSlow
Flowering PeriodFebruary, March

Description and Growing Information

PropagationHardwood cuttings planted with rooting hormone will begin to root within 2 or 3 months.
CultivationGrows best in full or partial sun and can tolerate heat and humidity but requires regular watering.
Notable SpecimensHarry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando, Florida, United States of America. Mobile Botanical Gardens, Mobile, Alabama, United States of America. Elizabeth F. Gamble Gardens, Palo Alto, California, United States of America.
Leaf DescriptionThick, glossy, evergreen.
Flower DescriptionFormal double flower, deep pink to rose red.

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