Camellia japonica ‘White Empress’

('White Empress', Camellia)


$42.99


Hardiness Zones:

 7a  7b  8a  8b  9a  9b

Quick Overview:

‘White Empress’ has double peony form blooms on a large growing bushy frame. The blooms are very large and have pronounced yellow stamens that contrast well with the white petals.

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Description

Where winter hardy, Camellia japonica should be grown in moist, acidic (5.5 to 6.5 pH), loose, organically rich, well-drained soils in part shade. Consistent and even moisture is important. Avoid wet soils. Plants require protection from direct afternoon sun and wind. Best location may be sun-dappled part shade. Best with a root mulch. Near the northern parts of their growing range, plants should be sited in sheltered and protected microclimates such as near the south side of a home or building. Burlap wraps are sometimes helpful. Plants generally dislike changes in temperature, irregular watering or being moved. Even a change in humidity can cause plants to drop buds. Fertilize monthly in spring and summer. If desired, remove all but one bud from each cluster to increase the size of the flower. Prune immediately after flowering.

Additional information

Common Name

'White Empress', Camellia

Botanical Name

Camellia japonica 'White Empress'

Container/Amount

3 gallon

Evergreen or Deciduous

Evergreen

Hardiness Zone

7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b

Growth Rate

Average

Light Requirements

Part-shade, Part-sun, Shade

Height

12 ft.

Width

8 ft.

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Water Needs

Average

Blooming Period

March

Flower Color

white

Fragrance

No

Foliage Color

green

Deer Resistant

No

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