Fabulous clear red formal double flowers bloom from February to April. Roger Hall does take some time to settle in after planting but you will be well rewarded when it comes into bloom. The glossy evergreen leaves surround the wonderful red flowers giving much pleasure during the gloomy months. A shrub with a medium growth, reaching an approximate height and spread of 1.2m – 1.5m

Camellias like an ACID moist well-drained humas rich soil (Use ericaceous compost for container-grown trees) Fully hardy but should be planted in partial shade, (not east facing) protected from cold dry winds and early morning sun.

Care should be taken to prevent damage to emerging buds and flowers by cold winds and early morning frost. Water plants in dry weather to prevent buds from dropping. (Do not over water) Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser in mid-spring and again in June. Top dress annually with well- rotted leaf mould or with something similar. Nip off dead flowers…

Pruning is not necessary but if need, trim lightly after flowering.

Cultivation: Gardens & containers, near to home to enjoy the flowers

Soil: Ericaceous compost, acid soil

Position:  Partial shade, Protect from cold winds, early morning sun and frost. Not east facing.

Foliage: Shiny evergreen leaves

Flowering: Red formal double flowers in February/April

Habit: Bushy medium growth

Hardiness: Fully hardy

Growth: Vigorous

Height & Spread in Maturity:  1.2m x 1.5m