Camellia Japonica Volunteer 5 L Pot
AU$30.00
Price incl. GST (10%) AU$2.73
In stock: 5 available
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🌿 Description
Camellia japonica ‘Volunteer’ is a beautiful evergreen shrub admired for its soft pink to rose-pink formal double flowers, often with attractive white streaks or variegation. The blooms are perfectly layered and appear from late winter to spring, contrasting elegantly against glossy dark green foliage. It has a dense, upright growth habit, making it a refined choice for both classic and modern gardens.
⭐ Special Features
- Elegant formal double pink flowers, sometimes variegated
- Long flowering season (late winter–spring)
- Evergreen with lush glossy foliage
- Ideal for formal hedging and feature planting
- Performs well in pots and shaded courtyards
📏 Height & Width
- Height: 2 – 3 m
- Width: 1.5 – 2.5 m
- Growth rate: Moderate, dense and upright
🌱 Growing Conditions (Perth, WA)
Camellias can thrive in Perth with the right setup:
- Best in protected, cool positions
- Avoid hot dry winds and extreme heat
- Needs consistent moisture, especially in summer
- Ideal for south or east-facing areas
☀️ Sun Requirements
- Partial shade is ideal
- Tolerates morning sun
- Avoid strong afternoon sun (prevents leaf burn & bud drop)
🌿 Soil Preparation
Camellias require acidic, well-drained soil.
Preparation tips for Perth:
- Use camellia/azalea potting mix or improve soil with:
- Compost
- Pine bark
- Peat moss
- Add soil sulphur if soil is alkaline
- Ensure good drainage
💧 How to Care (Perth Conditions)
- Watering:
- Deep watering 2–3 times per week in summer
- Keep soil consistently moist
- Mulching:
- Use pine bark mulch to retain moisture and maintain acidity
- Fertilising:
- Apply acid fertiliser in early spring and late summer
- Pruning:
- Light pruning after flowering to maintain shape
- Protection:
- Shelter from wind and extreme heat
- Common issues:
- Yellowing leaves = alkaline soil
- Bud drop = inconsistent watering or heat stress
🌳 Landscaping Importance
- Excellent feature shrub for shaded gardens
- Perfect for formal hedges or screening
- Adds colour in cooler months
- Great for pots, patios, and entryways
- Complements Japanese and cottage garden styles
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Camellia Japonica Volunteer 5 L Pot
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