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Camellia Canterbury

Camellia Canterbury produces showy, semi-double, dark red flowers from spring through early summer. The foliage is glossy green and complements the flowers nicely as it grows to 2.5 m tall and 2 m wide. Camellia Canterbury is commonly grown as specimen, clipped into a hedge, included in cottage gardens, planted around outdoor living areas, added to a mixed planting, or used as a backdrop for smaller plants.

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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:2.50 m
Spread:2.00 m
Flowering time:Spring, Summer
Tolerances:
Garden uses:Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen, Topiary
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
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What are the garden uses for Camellia Canterbury in NZ?

Camellia Canterbury is a much-loved shrub in NZ gardens. It is most commonly grown as specimen, clipped into a hedge, added to a mixed planting, or used as a backdrop for smaller plants. It is a great complement to a modern or cottage garden, bringing both colour and elegance to a space. It is the gorgeous foliage and flowers of this plant that makes Camellia Canterbury an excellent choice for a NZ garden.

What does the Canterbury Camellia plant need to grow well?

The Canterbury Camellia plant performs best when grown in full sun on a well-drained soil that is slightly acidic. It is tolerant of frost once established as well as cool, and humid climates. Wind protection is important to ensure branches are not snapped and to allow it to flower prolifically.

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