Camellia japonica 'Little Red Riding Hood' 7cm

Camellia japonica 'Little Red Riding Hood' 

A vigorous, large evergreen shrub with attractive, glossy, dark green, thick foliage. large showy flowers bloom in early winter to mid spring. Morning sun in a partly shaded position. Shelter from the hot afternoon sun and wind. Can be planted under large trees. Dense shade restricts flowering. Well drained, slightly acidic soil. Before planting combine soil with organic matter for best results. Keep moist especially in hot dry weather. Mulch with compost, leaf mould or other organic matter to keep root cool. Do not allow mulch to touch the trunk. May be lightly trimmed to shape in spring. Feed in spring with a specific camellia fertiliser or a complete organic fertiliser, avoid lime. 

Crimson red double flowers 

Flowers early winter to mid spring 

Hedging 

Part shade

Height: 4m

Width: 2m

*Please note stock may appear different due to the seasonal nature of plants