Camellia x 'Leonard Messel'

Camellia x 'Leonard Messel' - established plant flowering in Spring

Camellia x 'Leonard Messel'

Camellia x 'Leonard Messel' - established plant flowering in Spring

Camellia x 'Leonard Messel'

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A lovely selection of Camellia with large, semi double, clear pink flowers in spring which originated at Nymans in Sussex. The beautiful flowers stand out well against the dark green leaves and an established plant can be completely covered with flowers.

Eye-catching evergreen shrub for spring interest in a border and will also grow well in a container filled with ericaceous compost

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Position: Full sun or shade (avoid east facing areas)
Soil: Neutral or preferably acid soil. In chalky areas, Camellia x 'Leonard Messel' can be grown in a large container with ericaceous compost.
Hardiness: Hardy.
Flowering Period: Feb - April.
Rate of Growth: Slow to moderate.
Habit: Medium sized shrub.
- Height: 2.5 m (8 ft) - 3 m (10 ft)
- Spread: 2 - 2.5 m (6 - 8 ft)

Pruning: Prune to shape if required after flowering but before new growth begins in spring.
Notes: Camellia x 'Leonard Messel' is a hybrid between Camellia reticulata and Camellia x williamsii 'Mary Christian'.

How Much Sun: Full Sun, Light Shade, Shade
Eventual Size: Shrub - Medium (1.5m - 3m)
Growing Conditions: Site: Coastal Areas, Soil: Acid
Special Features: Evergreen, Flowers in Spring, Flowers in Winter, Suitable for Containers

Brand BlueBell Nursery

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