Susan Stone has an upright shape with dark shiny evergreen leaves and very beautiful pale pink medium sized formal double flowers from February to April. A very special camellia growing to a height and width of around 2-3m x 1-1.2m.

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 needed, 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: Pale pink formal double flowers in February/April

Habit: Compact, upright growth

Hardiness: Fully hardy

Growth: Fairly vigorous

Benefits to Wildlife: –

Height & Spread in Maturity:  3 -2.5m x 1.5m