Camellia x williamsii 'Citation' (Citation Camellia)

Botanical Information

FamilyTheaceae
GenusCamellia
Speciesx williamsii
Cultivar'Citation'
SynonymsCamellia 'Citation'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginA cultivar of a hybrid cross between C. saluenensis and C. japonica, originally bred in Cornwall, United Kingdom by John Charles Williams of Caerhays Castle.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone6 - 10
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone7
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7 - H2
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C) -20 - 5
Height2 - 5 m
Spread1 - 3 m
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodFebruary, March, April

Description and Growing Information

ShapeAn upright to spreading habit.
LandscapeBorders, beds, courtyard gardens, patios and containers.
PropagationPropagate by semi-hardwood cuttings.
CultivationGrow best in a neutral or acid soil that is humus-rich, moist and free-draining in a semi-shaded area.
PestsAphids, scale insects, vine weevils, and leaf spot.
Notable SpecimensTrengwainton Garden, Madron, near Penzance, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionGlossy, ovate, leathery, dark-green, evergreen leaves.
Flower DescriptionAn unfolding semi-double, pale pink flower in spring.

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