Camellia
Family: Theaceae
Camellia is a genus of over 100 species, all native to Asia. Many are ornamental, but three of them (Camellia japonica, C. reticulata, and C. sasanqua) are the source of most Camellia cultivars available today. A wide range of flower colors and forms has been bred from these species. Camellias are generally easy but very slow-growing. Eventually they develop into attractive shrubs or small trees. Camellia sinensis, the tea bush, is the source of tea leaves for world markets.
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Tags:
, economic, flower, shrub, tree
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Cultivation: Medium-sized shrub or tree for USDA hardiness zones 6 to 9. Grows best in partial to full sun with moderate moisture.
Size: Reaches 6' to 12' (1.8 m to 3.7 m) tall with a spread of 4' to 10' (1.2 m to 3 m).
Flowering: Blooms from late winter through late spring or from early fall through late fall.
Propagation methods: cuttings, grafting.
Size: Reaches 6' to 12' (1.8 m to 3.7 m) tall with a spread of 4' to 10' (1.2 m to 3 m).
Flowering: Blooms from late winter through late spring or from early fall through late fall.
Propagation methods: cuttings, grafting.