Camellia jap. Centifolia Alba

Camellia japonica Centifolia Alba is an evergreen camellia prized for its pure white, formal double blooms and glossy green foliage. Best in partial shade with shelter from early morning sun, it thrives in acid, humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil. A graceful, slow-to-moderate growing shrub for woodland edges, shaded borders, or as a specimen, providing structure and year-round foliage interest with flowers in early to mid spring.

Position: Partial shade (dappled light) Rate of Growth: Moderate Soil: Acid, humus-rich, moist but well-drained Hardiness: Hardy in most areas of the UK and Ireland Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep