Pleached Camellia 'Pink flowers'

The Japanese Camelia is a low-maintenance evergreen plant with tough, leathery leaves that often feature prominent serrations. However, in order for the plant to thrive, it requires an acidic soil, as most soils tend to be only slightly acidic or neutral. As such, it is crucial to prepare the flower bed or pot before planting by fertilising with Ericaceous fertiliser. Once established, it is recommended to fertilise the Camelia whenever it is flowering, or when the leaves start to lose their green colour, especially if they turn yellow.

 One of the most distinctive flowering features in any garden is Camellia japonica when trained as an evergreen tree. This pleached option is a remarkable choice for use as an architectural feature or screening, but it requires a sheltered site.

Small leathery oval green leaves.

- Blooms in late Winter and early Spring. 

- Large pink flowers.

- 10-12cm girth 

- Recommended spacing for planting is 150cm to 175cm from stem to stem.

 - Hardy to -10c or -15 in a very sheltered spot.

It is important to plant Camellia japonica in a sheltered location to avoid damage to its leaves and form caused by extremely cold winter winds.

For proper soil preparation, we recommend digging a hole that is twice the size of the Camellia's root ball. Next, fill the hole with high-quality Ericaceous compost mixed with some soil. This will provide the new root with soft and nutritious material for optimal growth and strength. Soil must be Acid, it is fine to plant in lightly acidic soil, with ericaceous fertiliser in April, July and October.

- For queries regarding different frame sizes and stem girths, please contact us as Info@hctrees.uk