Camellia 'Early Pearly'
Sasanqua Camellia
Description:
Attractive evergreen shrub with an upright, vigorous growth habit and glossy dark green foliage. It produces an abundance of elegant, formal double white flowers with a delicate blush of pink around the outer petals. Flowering from early autumn through to early winter, 'Early Pearly' provides beautiful seasonal colour when many other plants are beginning to slow down. Its naturally upright form makes it particularly useful for hedging, screening, espalier, containers, or as a feature plant.
Height:
2–2.5m
Width:
1–1.5m
Position:
Full sun to part shade. Performs particularly well in a sheltered position with protection from strong winds. Morning sun or filtered light is ideal in warmer areas.
Soil:
Prefers fertile, moist but well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Incorporating organic matter when planting will help improve soil structure and moisture retention. Avoid poorly drained soils, particularly through winter.
Uses:
- Formal and informal hedges
- Screening
- Espalier
- Feature or specimen planting
- Large containers
- Mixed shrub borders
- Cottage and formal gardens
Care Tips:
- Water regularly during establishment and keep the soil consistently moist during hot, dry periods
- Apply a suitable slow-release fertiliser for acid-loving plants in spring to support healthy growth and flowering
- Mulch around the root zone to help retain moisture, regulate soil temperature and suppress weeds, keeping mulch away from the trunk
- Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth
- For hedging, regular light trimming will help maintain a dense, compact form
- Ensure good drainage and avoid allowing the roots to remain waterlogged
- Hardy and adaptable once established, with light frost tolerance
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