Camellia

Camellia japonica 'Lavinia Maggi'

Camellia - Camellia japonica 'Lavinia Maggi'

Common Name: Camellia
Genus: Camellia
Species: japonica
Cultivar: 'Lavinia Maggi'

George Kemel was a missionary from the Czech Republic who travelled throughout Asia.

Category: Shrubs and Sub-shrubs

Height: 4.00 m (400 cm)
Spread: 4.00 m (400 cm)

Hardiness: Hardy
Growth Rate: Average
Flowering Period: February and March
Foliage Type: Evergreen
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Pink, Red, White
Sun/Shade: Partial shade
Soil Type: Acidic
Ericaceous: Requires a neutral or acid soil (or ericaceous compost), with a pH of 7 or below
Soil Moisture: Moist, but well drained
Features: Suitable for growing in containers, Provides winter colour

Evergreen shrub with glossy dark green leaves. Showy double white flowers with red and pink stripes during early to mid spring.

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