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Camellia japonica 'Mrs Tingley' Plant - 10Ltr Pot

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Camellia japonica 'Mrs Tingley' Plant – 10Ltr Pot

Camellia japonica 'Mrs Tingley' is a compact, evergreen shrub prized for its soft salmon-pink double flowers and glossy green foliage. Flowering in early to mid-spring, this hardy camellia adds graceful seasonal colour and year-round structure to shaded garden spaces.

Key Features
  • Soft salmon-pink formal double blooms with a delicate silver tint, up to 10cm wide
  • Flowers in early to mid-spring, adding elegance just as the garden awakens
  • Glossy, evergreen foliage with finely serrated, dark green leaves
  • Forms a compact but substantial shrub, reaching 4m x 4m over time
  • Thrives in partial shade and sheltered, west-facing positions
  • Ideal for borders, woodland gardens, or large containers with ericaceous compost
Product DescriptionBring early-season charm to your garden with Camellia japonica 'Mrs Tingley', a hardy evergreen shrub that combines refined beauty with year-round structure. Its striking formal double blooms emerge from January to March, showcasing a salmon-pink hue softened by a distinctive silvery sheen—a welcome burst of colour in the cooler months.The plant’s glossy dark green foliage is not only attractive throughout the year but also provides a perfect backdrop for the flowers’ delicate tones. With its naturally upright and rounded habit, 'Mrs Tingley' creates a bold statement as a standalone feature or offers understated elegance when planted in mixed shrub borders. It also adapts well to large pots, making it a versatile choice for patios or courtyard gardens.
Specifications
  • Plant name: Camellia japonica 'Mrs Tingley'
  • Common name: Camellia 'Mrs Tingley'
  • Plant type: Evergreen shrub
  • Pot size: 10L
  • Height & spread: 4m x 4m (eventual)
  • Position: Partial shade; west-facing; sheltered site
  • Soil type: Moist but well-drained, acidic soil
  • Flower colour: Salmon pink with a silver tint
  • Bloom time: January to March (early to mid-spring)
  • Foliage: Glossy, dark green, finely serrated leaves
  • Hardiness: H5 – Fully Hardy
Care Tips
  • Plant in acidic soil or use ericaceous compost for container specimens
  • Avoid chalky soils and ensure good drainage
  • Water during dry periods, especially when buds are forming, to prevent drop
  • Apply a balanced, acid-loving plant fertiliser in spring and again in early summer
  • Mulch annually with leaf mould or shredded bark to retain moisture and improve soil
  • Protect from cold winds and early morning sun to prevent bud damage
  • Lightly prune after flowering to shape and remove any damaged branches
Add a touch of refined colour and evergreen beauty to your garden with Camellia 'Mrs Tingley'. Perfect as a gift or as a standout spring-flowering shrub, it’s an elegant solution for shaded borders, woodland areas or patio pots.

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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