Camellia japonica 'T.S. Clower Jr.' (T.S. Clower Jr. Camellia)


Botanical Information

FamilyTheaceae
GenusCamellia
Speciesjaponica
Cultivar'T.S. Clower Jr.'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginCultivated by T.S. Clower in Gulfport, Mississippi, United States of America, in 1950.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone7-9
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone8
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH3-H6
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-17.8 - (-1.1)
Temperature (°F)0-30
Height2-3 m
Spread1.5-2 m
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodJanuary, February, December

Description and Growing Information

LandscapeGood as hedges or screening, woodland edging, or a colourful accent. Will also grow well in pots or containers with regular watering.
PropagationHardwood cuttings planted with rooting hormone. Will begin to root within 2 or 3 months at 70-80 °F.
CultivationBest grown in full sun in cooler areas, filtered sun or shade in warmer areas. Needs organically rich soils with regular watering but will die in standing water.
Notable SpecimensHarry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando, Florida, United States of America.
Leaf DescriptionThe evergreen leaves are thick, glossy and dark green. Elliptical in shape, they grow 6-7 cm long.
Flower DescriptionThe formal double flower is white with pink streaks and yellow anthers. Grows 8-1o cm across with 80-90 petals.
Fruit DescriptionRound capsules are 1-2 cm across.

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