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Camellia japonica 'Doctor King' Plant - 10 Ltr Pot

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Camellia japonica 'Dr. King' Plant - 10Ltr Pot

Camellia japonica 'Dr. King' is a striking evergreen shrub admired for its vibrant deep pink, semi-double blooms and glossy green foliage. Flowering from late winter to early spring, this hardy variety adds bold colour and refined form to partially shaded borders or large patio containers.

Key Features
  • Large, semi-double flowers in deep pink with ruffled petals and golden stamens
  • Blooms from late winter to early spring, offering early-season colour
  • Glossy evergreen foliage adds year-round interest
  • Fully hardy shrub, growing up to 2m tall and wide
  • Ideal for acidic borders or ericaceous containers
  • Bushy, upright habit — a beautiful focal point in any garden
Product DescriptionCamellia 'Doctor King' is an elegant cultivar of Camellia japonica, cherished for its showy, semi-double blooms in a rich pink shade. Each flower features delicately ruffled petals with a bold central cluster of golden-yellow stamens, delivering a vivid contrast against the plant’s deep green, glossy foliage. Flowering from late winter into early spring, 'Dr. King' provides welcome colour when few other plants are in bloom.With its medium growth speed and compact, upright shape, this camellia is perfect for borders, statement planting, or container displays on shaded patios. It thrives in moist, well-drained, acidic soil, and is fully hardy down to -10°C. Given the right conditions, it will reach an eventual height and spread of around 2 metres, creating a long-lasting, evergreen feature in any garden space.
Specifications
  • Plant name: Camellia japonica 'Dr. King'
  • Common name: Camellia 'Doctor King'
  • Plant type: Evergreen shrub
  • Pot size: 10L
  • Plant height (on delivery): 80–100cm
  • Eventual size: 2m (H) x 2m (W)
  • Position: Partial shade; sheltered
  • Soil type: Moist but well-drained, acidic (use ericaceous compost for pots)
  • Flower colour: Deep pink with ruffled petals and golden stamens
  • Flower form: Semi-double to peony-type
  • Bloom time: Late winter to early spring
  • Hardiness: Hardy to -10°C (UK H5)
  • Growth speed: Medium
Care Tips
  • Plant in spring or autumn using leaf mould, peat or well-rotted manure to enrich the soil
  • Choose acidic soil or ericaceous compost for containers
  • Water regularly during dry periods to prevent bud drop
  • Avoid feeding after July to reduce risk of bud loss
  • Mulch annually with bark or leaf mould to retain moisture and maintain acidity
  • Protect from strong morning sun and cold, drying winds, especially when in bud
  • Lightly prune after flowering to shape and remove any damaged growth
  • To acidify soil, apply elemental sulphur carefully in dry, still conditions

Bring dramatic early-season colour to your garden with the rich pink blooms of Camellia 'Dr. King'. Perfect for shaded borders or large containers, this hardy camellia offers years of reliable flowering and evergreen elegance. A fantastic gift or garden centrepiece.

The plant's growth rate and size will vary depending on planting position & conditions. Bloom, foliage and interest may vary from photo upon delivery, dependant on season.

Delivery Note: Please note that unfortunately we are currently unable to deliver plants to Northern Ireland.

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