Camellia × williamsii 'Ruby Wedding'
camellia
A dense, bushy evergreen with lustrous, rich-green foliage, which acts as the perfect foil for the fully-petalled red...
2 litre pot
£24.99
available to order from summer
3 × 2 litre pots
£49.99
£16.66 each
available to order from summer
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Plant description
A dense, bushy evergreen with lustrous, rich-green foliage, which acts as the perfect foil for the fully-petalled red flowers, which open from fat, rounded buds over a relatively long period from late winter. Both the name and the colour of the blooms make it an ideal gift for a special anniversary, but many will want to include it in their garden (or patio) simply for its wonderful seasonal display.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Humus-rich, moist, well-drained acid soil or ericaceous compost
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Camellia × williamsii Ruby Wedding:
To prevent damage to the emerging buds and flowers protect from cold, dry winds and early morning sun. Water established plants in dry weather to prevent bud drop. Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser in mid-spring and again in June. Top-dress annually with shredded bark or well-rotted leaf mould. After flowering lightly trim or prune any branches that spoil the appearance of the plant.
