Camellia x williamsii 'China Clay' (China Clay Camellia)


Botanical Information

FamilyTheaceae
GenusCamellia
Speciesx williamsii
Cultivar'China Clay'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone7 - 9
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone8
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH5
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-15 to -10
Height1.5 - 2.5 metres
Spread1.5 - 2.5 metres
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodJanuary, February, March, April, November, December

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionA medium-sized shrub of lax habit, with semi-double, white flowers to 10 cm across.
ShapeUpright.
LandscapeUses include, beds, borders, hedges, screens, patio, containers, walls and fences.
PropagationSemi-hardwood cuttings.
CultivationGrows best in a neutral or acid soil that is humus-rich, moist and free-draining in a semi-shaded area.
PestsAphids, scale insects and vine weevils.
Notable SpecimensTrebah Garden Trust, Mawnan Smith, Falmouth, United Kingdom.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionSimple, ovate, glossy, leathery leaves.
Flower DescriptionShowy flowers either solitary or clustered.

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