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Camellia Japonica 'Bonomiana' P9
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Key Features
EVERGREEN
AVERAGE GROWING
HAS FLOWERS (Pink)
COLOURFUL FOLIAGE
Seasonal Availablity
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Description
Add refined beauty and early colour to your garden with Camellia japonica ‘Bonomiana’, a highly decorative variety prized for its large, striped pink-and-white flowers. Blooming from late winter to early spring, each flower is a unique blend of blush pink and creamy white, creating a show-stopping effect against glossy, dark evergreen foliage. Compact and hardy, this long-lived shrub is perfect for containers, borders, or shaded garden corners where its elegant blooms will shine. Supplied in a P9 pot, it’s a reliable choice for lasting structure and seasonal splendour.
- Soft pink and white striped flowers, each uniquely patterned.
- Flowers from February to April when few others are in bloom.
- Glossy dark leaves provide year-round colour and texture.
- Compact and elegant growth habit suits any setting.
- Reliable, long-lasting, and easy to care for.
Position: Partial shade; protect from harsh morning sun and cold winds.
Soil: Moist, well-drained, acidic soil; use ericaceous compost in pots.
Watering: Keep evenly moist; avoid allowing roots to dry out.
Feeding: Use ericaceous fertiliser in spring and midsummer to support healthy buds.
Pruning: Minimal pruning; remove spent flowers and tidy lightly after blooming.
Hardiness: Fully hardy in most of the UK; protect buds from severe frost.
Q: When does Camellia ‘Bonomiana’ flower?
A: Typically from February to April, providing an early burst of colour.
Q: Can it grow in pots?
A: Yes, it’s ideal for containers filled with ericaceous compost.
Q: How tall does it grow?
A: Around 1.5–2m tall with a compact, upright form.
Q: Does it need special care in winter?
A: It’s hardy, but protecting buds from frost will help preserve the blooms.
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Step 1
Root Grow & Fertiliser
Ensure you buy root grow and fertiliser with your plants at the time of purchase
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Step 2
Prepare Your Planting Area
Make sure your planting area is in good condition and suitable for planting
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Step 3
Plant & Feed
Plant with root grow & the second feed. Support plants if necessary. Water regularly