Camellia x williamsii 'Donation' (Donation Camellia)


Botanical Information

FamilyTheaceae
GenusCamellia
Speciesx williamsii
Cultivar'Donation'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (deciduous)

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone7 - 8
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone8
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH4 - H6
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-17.7 - 1.7 °C
Temperature (°F)Up to 35 °F
Height2.4 - 4.5 m
Spread2.4 - 3 m
Flowering PeriodJanuary, February, March

Description and Growing Information

ShapeUpright.
PropagationSemi-hardwood cuttings.
CultivationGrows best in a neutral or acid soil that is humus-rich, moist and free-draining.
Notable SpecimensCaerhays Castle, Goran, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionOvate, glossy, leathery leaves.
Flower DescriptionLarge, semi-double pink flowers that are 12 cm wide.

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