A spectacular reticulata hybrid producing very large, vivid orange-red blooms in semi-double to peony and anemone forms. Vigorous and showy, it is a magnificent feature camellia for sheltered gardens.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 3.5 m H × 2.5 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 Dr Clifford Parks Camellia
Botanically, Camellia reticulata 'Dr Clifford Parks' is a moderate-growing shrub in the Theaceae family. It reaches around 3.5 m tall and 2.5 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. Red flowers appear in winter and spring.
Where to grow Dr Clifford Parks Camellia
Dr Clifford Parks 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
Dr Clifford Parks Camellia does best in acidic and free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Dr Clifford Parks 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 Dr Clifford Parks Camellia after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is moderate maintenance.
Using Dr Clifford Parks Camellia in the garden
Dr Clifford Parks Camellia earns its place for a feature or specimen planting, pots and courtyard containers and cut flowers for the vase. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Dr Clifford Parks Camellia with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and warm-temperate climate. Repeat it through a border to tie the planting together and give a sense of rhythm.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
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