Aylett’s top tips

Soil should be lime free. When planting, add plenty of peaty compost. Mulching annually with peaty compost prevents the plants drying out, which is especially important when they are coming into bud. Camellias are suitable for pots or tubs – use Ericaceous Potting mixture.

Feed annually with an ericaceous fertiliser during the growing season. They can also be grown in a greenhouse or conservatory during the flowering period. Little pruning is needed – reduce any straggling shoots in April. We recommend that young and container grown plants are given protection during cold winter spells.

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A full range of Camellia flowering shrubs are available in autumn and spring. Please contact us for more information or visit us in-store today.