2-3 Litre Pot
- Position: Partial shade
- Soil: Moist, well drained
- Growth Rate: Slow
- Flowering Period: Spring
- Hardiness: H5
- Eventual Height: 2.5 – 4m
- Eventual Spread: 2.5 – 4m
The Camellia is a captivating evergreen shrub known for its elegant blooms and year-round beauty. This variety features large, flowers that showcase a harmonious blend of pink with darker pink veins. These stunning blossoms appear in mid to late Spring, adding a touch of grace and charm to gardens and patios.
The glossy, dark green foliage serves as the perfect backdrop to the delicate flowers and remains vibrant throughout the year, making this plant an excellent choice for evergreen structure and interest. Compact and slow-growing, Yours Truly is ideal for small gardens, borders, or container planting.
Thriving in partial shade it prefers moist, well-drained soil. This low-maintenance shrub rewards gardeners with an elegant display of beauty when given the right care, making it a standout addition to any outdoor space. Perfect as a feature plant or a part of a mixed shrub border, it’s sure to become a cherished garden favourite.
How to care for your Camellia Yours Truly
- Planting Location: Choose a planting site that provides filtered sunlight or partial shade. Prefers protection from the intense afternoon sun, especially in warmer climates.
- Soil: Plant in well-draining, acidic soil. Amending the soil with organic matter like peat moss or compost can help improve drainage and acidity levels.
- Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water deeply whenever the top inch of soil feels dry, particularly during the growing season. Reduce watering during the Winter months when the plant is dormant.
- Mulching: Apply a layer of organic mulch, such as pine straw or bark, around the base of the plant. Mulching helps retain moisture, regulate soil temperature, and suppress weed growth.
- Fertilisation: Feed with a balanced, slow-release, acid-forming fertiliser in early Spring, right after the blooms have finished. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which can lead to excessive foliage growth at the expense of flower production.
- Pruning: Prune to maintain its shape and remove dead or diseased branches. Pruning is best done after flowering. Avoid heavy pruning, as Camellias form flower buds in the previous year. Excessive pruning can reduce next year’s blooms.
Observing your Camellia Yours Truly regularly and adapting your care routine as needed will help keep the plant healthy and thriving. With proper care, you can enjoy the stunning beauty of its peony-like blooms for many years to come.
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