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Camellia ret. 'Mary Williams' / Premier / 3L
Camellia reticulata 'Mary Williams'
Confirmed format: 3 litre pot
Plant Highlights
- Large, showy, semi-double blooms in vibrant deep pink
- Year-round evergreen structure
- Low-maintenance
- Glossy, dark green foliage
- Winter and spring interest
Overview
Camellia reticulata 'Mary Williams' is a bold and elegant evergreen shrub celebrated for its large, showy, semi-double blooms in vibrant deep pink, featuring a golden yellow centre. Flowering from late winter into spring, it brings a magnificent splash of colour when the rest of the garden is often quiet. With its naturally upright and bushy habit and glossy, dark green foliage, this slow-growing specimen provides wonderful year-round structure and makes a stunning feature in borders, woodland gardens, or large containers.
Why We Love It
- Large, showy, semi-double blooms in vibrant deep pink brighten up late winter and spring.
- Glossy, dark green foliage provides bold evergreen structure all year round.
- Naturally upright and bushy habit creates an elegant shape.
- Low-maintenance and easy to care for in the right position.
- Superb choice as a standalone feature or specimen plant.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Camellia reticulata 'Mary Williams' |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Foliage Persistence | Evergreen |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Flower Colour | Pink |
| Flower Form | Semi-double |
| Growth Habit | Upright and bushy |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Mature Height | 2–2.5m |
| Mature Spread | 1.5–2m |
| Care Level | Easy |
Growing Guide
| Position | Prefers a sheltered position in partial shade. |
|---|---|
| Soil | Thrives in acidic, moist but well-drained soil. Use ericaceous compost if growing in a container. |
| Watering | Moderate water need. Ensure regular watering, particularly during dry spells. |
Perfect For
- Borders
- Woodland gardens
- Large containers
- Specimen plant
Good to Know
- Supplied in a 3 litre container, ready for planting.
- Requires acidic soil conditions to thrive.
Product Information
| Supplied Format | 3 litre container |
|---|---|
| Supplied Height | 40–50 cm |
| Pack Quantity | 1 |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
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