The original cultivated reticulata, an old and stately camellia bearing very large, semi-double carmine rose-pink blooms. Tall and open, it makes a magnificent woodland feature.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 4 m H × 3 m W
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun and shade and low-light positions
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Captain Rawes Camellia
Camellia reticulata 'Captain Rawes' is a moderate-growing shrub in the Theaceae family. It reaches around 4 m tall and 3 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. Pink and red flowers appear in winter and spring.
Where to grow Captain Rawes Camellia
Captain Rawes Camellia suits warm-temperate and cool-temperate climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun and shade and low-light positions. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Captain Rawes Camellia does best in acidic and free-draining soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Captain Rawes Camellia is regular, moderate watering. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Captain Rawes Camellia after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is moderate maintenance.
Using Captain Rawes Camellia in the garden
Captain Rawes Camellia earns its place for a feature or specimen planting and cut flowers for the vase.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Captain Rawes Camellia with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and warm-temperate climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Captain Rawes Camellia
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