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Camellia japonica 'Optima' (Camellia 'Optima' )

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Skill rating Beginner
skill rating
Ultimate spread 2.5m
max. spread
Ultimate height 4m
max. height
Time to maturity 10-20 years
to maturity
Maintenance level 1 hour care
per year

Botanical name: Camellia japonica 'Optima'

Other names: Camellia 'Optima' , Camellia 'Optima Rose'


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Genus: Camellia

Variety or cultivar: 'Optima' _ 'Optima' is a large upright evergreen shrub with dark-green, twisted, glossy leaves. It bears double pale-pink flowers with red stripes in spring.

Camellia japonica 'Optima' is: Evergreen

Flower: Striped, Red, Pale-pink in Spring

Foliage: Dark-green in All seasons

Habit: Erect, Spreading

Awards: RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)

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Specific pests: Aphids , Scale insects , Vine weevil

Diseases: May be susceptible to a virus.

General care

Propagation methods: Semi-hardwood cuttings. REGISTER to read more...


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Camellia japonica 'Optima' (Camellia 'Optima' ) will reach a height of 4m and a spread of 2.5m after 10-20 years.


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Suggested uses: Beds and borders, City, Containers, Cottage/Informal, Flower Arranging, Low Maintenance, Wallside and trellises

Cultivation: Flowers best in the shade. Protect from cold, drying winds and frosts.

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Soil types: Clay, Loamy, Sandy Match unknown
Soil drainage: Moist but well-drained, Well-drained Match unknown
Soil pH: Acid, Neutral Match unknown
Light: Partial Shade, Full Shade Match unknown
Aspect: North, South, East, West Match unknown
Exposure: Sheltered Match unknown
Hardiness: Hardy (H4) Match unknown

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