Camellia japonica 'Magnoliiflora' (Magnolia Flowered Camellia, Hagoromo Camellia, Magnolia Flowered Japanese Camellia)

Botanical Information

GenusCamellia
Speciesjaponica
Cultivar'Magnoliiflora'
SynonymsCamellia japonica 'Hagoromo'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone6 - 10
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone7 - 9
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7 - H2
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-20 - 5
Height2.5 - 4 metres
Spread1.5 - 2.5 metres
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodApril

Description and Growing Information

ShapeA wide-spreading, medium-sized shrub.
LandscapeCan be grown as a shrub along a wall or in a container, as well as a border or specimen plant. Could also be used to create an informal hedge or in a woodland setting. It is striking enough to be used in more urban gardens.
PropagationSemi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer to autumn, using a mild hormone, bottom heat and mist produce the best results.
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 weevil, honey fungus, phytophthora root rot, camellia gall, camellia leaf blight, and flowers may be infected by camellia petal blight.
Notable SpecimensTrengwainton Garden, Madron, near Penzance, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionNarrow, twisted, glossy leaves.
Flower DescriptionNarrow, twisted, glossy leaves and blush-pink, semi-double flowers with narrow petals, to 10 cm across.

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