Camellia Shrub Fertilizer Requirements
Camellia growers seldom get into trouble from using organic soil amendments such as peat, well-rotted sawdust, or bagasse. Frequently it is desirable to supplement these organics with mineral fertilizer or
Camellia growers seldom get into trouble from using organic soil amendments such as peat, well-rotted sawdust, or bagasse. Frequently it is desirable to supplement these organics with mineral fertilizer or
The Camellia long ago (75 years) was only a “southern landscape plant.” But, then, incredulous as it may seem, camellias moved North! True, they may not have reached Minnesota or
In New Orleans, before 1930, camellias could not be grown satisfactorily. Only a few miles away, to the east, north, and west, however, they flourished with little or no care.
In the Pacific, Northwest camellias may be planted either in full sun or part shade. Usually, those planted in full sun will have more and larger blossoms, but the blooms
Camellias Japonica and other Camellia varieties are some of the most popular shrubs used in landscaping home grounds on the Pacific Coast and the southeastern states. Due to the normally
In the south, Camellias may be planted any time from early November to late March. However, due to the normal human desire for immediate effects, most planting is done in
Camellias cannot be surpassed by any of the broadleaved evergreen shrubs in all those areas where they may be grown as garden plants. Any garden in which they are used
Autumn is the best time to plant lilacs in all except the coldest sections of the country. You may plant them in spring, of course, but you must be sure to
Summary: This article is an excerpt from the book “Camellia Culture” published over 60 years ago in a flower magazine. The information is just as valuable today as it was when
More beautiful than colorful herbaceous plants, as easy to cultivate as common perennials, more prodigal of flowers, except during the few months when it sinks into its winter’s rest, the