How to tend a Camellia spp.

Watering

Not resistant to drought, water thoroughly when soil is dry

Sunlight

Like half shade, put in places with moderate light in spring and autumn, full sunlight in winter

Soil

Likes acidic soil, peat or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly in spring and autumn, except flowering stages

Pruning

Remove dead and yellowish leaves and withered flowers

About this plant

Origin
China
Category
Theaceae, Camellia
Size
Diameter ≥ 10 cm, height ≥ 15 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period October-May, viewing period 3-4 weeks
Flower colors
red, yellow, white, pink