Camellia
Common Name: Camellia
Genus: Camellia
Cultivar: 'Water Lily'
Skill Level: Beginner
Exposure: Full sun, Partial shade
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Acidic
Height: 600cm
Spread: 300cm
Time to take cuttings: June to July
'Water lily ' is an upright growing variety with formal double, deep pink flowers and a rich scent. Camellias are handsome evergreen shrubs ideal for the sheltered patio or garden. They prefer rich acidic soil and should be grown in raised beds or large pots where soils are unsuitable or spring frosts very severe. Never water them with tap water which can cause their foliage to turn yellow.
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