Camellia sinensis
camellia
- Shrub
- 120-150 cm high
- Light-coloured flowers
- Valuable foliage plant
- Evergreen
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Garden use
Use
Ornamental value and special features
Growth
Planting density
Plant about 5 - 7 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 120 - 150 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | April - May |
| Flower colour | White, Yellow |
| Growth habit | Ascending |
| Growth rate | Fast |
Site conditions
| Light | Evening sun, Open shade, Filtered |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Dry, Average |
| Soil | Pervious, Light |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Camellia sinensis |
|---|---|
| Genus | Camellia |
| Family | Theaceae |
| Common names |
NL: theeplant EN: camellia FR: Camélia DE: Kamelie |
| Origin | Hybrid |
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