Camellia × williamsii 'Debbie's Carnation' (Debbies Carnation Camellia)


Botanical Information

FamilyTheaceae
GenusCamellia
Species× williamsii
Cultivar'Debbie's Carnation'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginIt result of a cross between Camellia japonica and Camellia soluenensis.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone8 - 10
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneRequires cold season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH4
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height3 m
Spread2 m
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodMarch, April, May

Description and Growing Information

ShapeA compact, erect, evergreen shrub.
LandscapeUses include, beds, borders, hedges, screens, patio, containers, walls and fences.
PropagationBy semi-hardwood cuttings.
CultivationGrow in fertile, moist but well-drained acid soil in a sheltered shade. Protect buds and flowers from cold and dry winds
PestsAphids, scale insects, vine weevils, camellia gall and camellia petal blight.
Notable SpecimensTrebah Garden Trust, Mawnan Smith, Falmouth, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Leaf DescriptionGlossy, elliptic, dark green leaves.
Flower DescriptionPeony-form cerise-pink flowers from early to late spring.

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