Camellia Scentuous
Fragrant and luminous, Camellia 'Scentuous' features the most attractive, small, semi-double to loose peony-form flowers that are reminiscent of apple blossoms. The 3 in. wide (7 cm) blooms, probably the largest among the Camellia lutchuensis hybrids, exhibit pure white petals with a delicate pink flush on the outside. The exquisite flowers are borne in such abundance as to weigh down the slender branches! They are produced over a fairly long period extending from mid to late season (January to May in the Northern Hemisphere; June to October in the Southern Hemisphere). The luxuriant evergreen foliage of small, glossy, light green leaves is handsome year-round. 'Scentuous' is a Camellia hybrid resulting from the cross of Camellia japonica and Camellia lutchuensis.
- This medium-sized evergreen shrub has an upright habit and grows at a medium rate up to 4-6 ft. tall (120-180 cm) and 3-4 ft. wide (90-120 cm)
- A part shade lover, this plant is best grown in consistently moist, acidic, organically rich, well-drained soils. Will thrive in full sun once established provided that the roots are kept cool and moist. Provide a site sheltered from cold, dry winds as buds and flowers may be damaged by cold winds.
- May be attacked by aphids, scale insects, and vine weevil
- Mass in mixed shrub borders for dramatic winter blooms. Great flowering shrub for woodland gardens or as a screen and hedge. Perfect as a specimen plant and may be effectively grown in tubs or large containers.
- Apply a root mulch (leaves or shredded bark)
- Prune after flowering. Prune to thin branching and control size and shape.
Requirements
Hardiness | 7 – 9 |
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Heat Zones | 7 – 8 |
Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Plant Family | Camellia |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid,Late)Winter |
Height | 4' – 6' (120cm – 180cm) |
Spread | 3' – 4' (90cm – 120cm) |
Spacing | 36″ – 48″ (90cm – 120cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers, Small Gardens, Wall-Side Borders |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Japanese Garden, Traditional Garden |