Camellia japonica 'Bonomiana' Plant – 10 Ltr Pot
Bring elegant colour to your winter garden with Camellia japonica 'Bonomiana', a medium-sized evergreen shrub prized for its large, pink-streaked double blooms and glossy green foliage. This fully hardy camellia is a reliable and eye-catching choice for borders or containers.
Key Features
- Stunning formal double flowers up to 10cm wide, uniquely marked in blush pink, white and rich pink
- Blooms from January to March, adding welcome colour to late winter and early spring gardens
- Evergreen foliage provides year-round structure and lustre
- Ideal for partially shaded borders or large containers with ericaceous compost
- Fully hardy and well-suited to the UK climate
- Reaches an eventual height and spread of 3m x 2m, forming an upright, balanced shrub
Product DescriptionCamellia japonica 'Bonomiana' is a refined and rewarding evergreen shrub, known for its formal double blooms that are as striking as they are unique. Each flower showcases a delicate blend of blush pink, white, and irregular deep pink streaks, making no two blossoms exactly alike. These exquisite flowers appear from midwinter through early spring, brightening up garden spaces when few other plants are in bloom.With its lustrous dark green leaves, this camellia offers year-round interest and structure, even outside its flowering period. It thrives best in partial shade, where it’s sheltered from early morning sun and cold winds, making it ideal for woodland borders, shaded patios, or large containers. Its elegant form and colour make it a standout feature plant, or a beautiful companion among other acid-loving shrubs like rhododendrons and azaleas.
Specifications
- Plant name: Camellia japonica 'Bonomiana'
- Common name: Camellia 'Bonomiana'
- Plant type: Evergreen shrub
- Pot size: 10L
- Height & spread: 3m (H) x 2m (W)
- Position: Partial shade (avoid east-facing locations)
- Soil type: Moist but well-drained, humus-rich, acidic soil or ericaceous compost
- Flower colour: Blush pink, white and rich pink streaks
- Bloom time: January to March
- Foliage: Glossy, dark green
- Hardiness: Fully hardy
Care Tips
- Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to prevent bud drop
- Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser in mid-spring and again in June for healthy growth
- Mulch annually with well-rotted leaf mould or shredded bark to maintain soil moisture and acidity
- Protect from cold, drying winds and early morning sun, especially when in bud
- Prune lightly after flowering to shape and remove any damaged or unwanted branches
- Use ericaceous compost for container growing and ensure good drainage
Add Camellia japonica 'Bonomiana' to your garden for a striking winter-to-spring floral display. Its unique blooms and evergreen presence make it an ideal gift or a standout plant for shady garden corners and patio pots.



