Camellia × williamsii 'E.G. Waterhouse'
camellia 'E.G. Waterhouse'
- 2 litre pot
- £19.99
- available to order from late spring
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- Standard £5.95
- Position: Partial shade (but not east-facing)
- Soil: Moist but well-drained, humus-rich, acid soil (or ericaceous compost for container-grown specimens)
- Rate of growth: Average
- Flowering period: March to May
- Hardiness: Fully hardy
An upright, narrow shrub blooming with abundant pale pink formal double flowers in early spring. The gorgeous blooms emerge a paler pink before darkening to a delicate fuchsia hue, eventually reaching 10cm (4in) wide when fully open. Tightly packed petals create a rose-like flower form that pop against the dark green, slightly matt foliage. Hardy and vigorous, 'E.G. Waterhouse' has a columnar habit perfect for compact spaces and suitably large pots.
To prevent damage to the emerging buds and flowers protect from cold, dry winds and early morning sun. Water established plants in dry weather to prevent bud drop. Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser in mid-spring and again in June. Top-dress annually with shredded bark or well-rotted leaf mould. After flowering lightly trim or prune any branches that spoil the appearance of the plant.