Description

Elegant and timeless, Camellia japonica ‘White’ brings early spring splendour to South London gardens with its pristine white blooms and glossy evergreen foliage. Flowering when most plants are still dormant, it adds a touch of luxury to shaded borders, woodland-style gardens, or large patio pots. Pairs beautifully with ferns, hellebores, and other acid-loving plants like rhododendrons and pieris.

Plants supplied in a growers pot.

Key Features & Care:

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  Mature Height: 1.5–3m (can be kept lower with pruning)


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  Mature Spread: 1.5–2.5m


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  Flower Colour: Pure white


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  Flowering Period: Late winter to early spring


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  Foliage: Evergreen


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  Fragrant: No


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  Growth Rate: Moderate


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  Hardiness: Hardy in most UK gardens, protect from cold winds and late frosts


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  Position: Partial shade (avoid morning sun on frosty days)


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  Soil Moisture: Moist but well-drained


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  Soil PH: Acid


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  Soil Type: Loam, sand, clay (with added organic matter)


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  Wildlife Friendly: Provides shelter for birds and pollinators

Perfect For:

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  Coastal and urban gardens


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  Woodland borders and shaded courtyards


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  Evergreen structure in mixed beds


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  Feature plants in large pots

How to Grow:

Plant in acidic, well-drained soil with protection from harsh wind and morning frost. Water with rainwater and mulch annually with ericaceous compost to keep it happy and healthy.

Please note:

Images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may look different.