Camellia x williamsii 'Galaxie' (Galaxie Camellia)
Botanical Information
| Family | Theaceae |
| Genus | Camellia |
| Species | x williamsii |
| Cultivar | 'Galaxie' |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
| Origin | Native to California, United States of America. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 8 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 9 |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H5 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -15°C |
| Temperature (°F) | 5°F |
| Height | 3 - 5 m |
| Flowering Period | January, February, March, April, November, December |
Description and Growing Information
| Shape | Upright, medium sized shrub. |
| Landscape | Borders, beds, courtyard gardens, patios and containers. |
| Propagation | Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings. |
| Cultivation | Position in a site sheltered from cold, dry winds and early morning sun. |
| Pests | Could be attacked by aphids, scale insects and vine weevil. |
| Notable Specimens | Caerhays Castle, Goran, Cornwall, United Kingdom. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
| Leaf Description | Ovate, glossy, leathery, dark green leaves. |
| Flower Description | Semi-double flowers with wavy pale pink petals finely striped with deep pink. |
Photographs
Camellia x williamsii ‘Galaxie’, form. Caerhays Castle, Goran, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Camellia x williamsii ‘Galaxie’, leaf. Caerhays Castle, Goran, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Camellia x williamsii ‘Galaxie’, flower. Caerhays Castle, Goran, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Camellia x williamsii ‘Galaxie’, flower2. Caerhays Castle, Goran, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Camellia x williamsii ‘Galaxie’, bud. Caerhays Castle, Goran, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
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