How to tend a Camellia sasanqua Thunb.

Watering

Likes wet environments, water thoroughly when soil is dry, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Like moderate light, avoid scorching light

Soil

Slightly acidic sandy soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Remove aged tissues, dead, rotten, diseased leaves timely

About this plant

Origin
China
Category
Theaceae, Camellia
Size
Diameter ≥ 15 cm, height ≥ 25 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period October-April
Flower colors
red, white, pink