Camellia lutchuensis Koto No Kaori
Camellia lutchuensis Koto No Kaori
Camellia lutchuensis Koto No Kaori
Camellia lutchuensis Koto No Kaori
Camellia x lutchuensis Koto No Kaori
Very pretty, floriferous and fragrant. But BEWARE: contrary to what is stated, it does not tolerate direct sun. It absolutely must be planted in partial shade (I had to move it as a matter of urgency after the first summer, when all the leaves were burnt, and I don't live in the south...)
Creola, 11/03/2026
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Description
The Koto No Kaori hybrid Camellia is a variety of bush that combines vigour, elegance, and fragrance. This evergreen plant is adorned with single flowers of a beautiful deep pink colour, slightly scented, during a good part of the winter, at a time of year when other flowers are rare. With an upright and bushy habit, this variety can be planted alone, in a flowering hedge, or in a shrub border. Camellias thrive in cool and humid climates, in partial shade or full sun, in non-calcareous and well-drained soil.
The Koto No Kaori Camellia is a Japanese horticultural variety dating back to 1990, resulting from a cross-breeding between Camellia japonica 'Tôkai' and Camellia lutchuensis, a particularly fragrant evergreen botanical species native to southern Japan. Like all camellias, it belongs to the family Theaceae. 'Koto No Kaori' has a generally upright habit, much taller than wide, and dense vegetation. Its growth is quite slow: at the age of 10, it will reach about 1.80 m (6 ft) in height and 80 cm (32 in) in width. It blooms from January in mild climates, with peak flowering occurring in February-March. The plant produces a large quantity of small single flowers, about 4-5 cm (1.5-2 in) in diameter. The corollas are composed of 6-7 petals of a bright pink colour, arranged around a beautiful cluster of yellow stamens. Its dark green leaves, evergreen in winter, are slightly shiny on the upper side. Hardy down to -12 °C (10.4 °F) at the extreme, this variety is cultivated in partial shade or full sun, sheltered from cold winds. It prefers acidic, humus-rich, moist, and light soils.
Plant the 'Koto No Kaori' Camellia in a country-style hedge or in an ericaceous bed alongside azaleas, Skimmia, Japanese quince, and heathers. Plant it in autumn with some spring bulbs e.g. tulips and daffodils for a magnificent and colourful scene. Its compact size also allows it to be grown in a pot for many years. Place it on a semi-shaded terrace, in a large pot, alongside a wall, protected from cold and drying winds.
The name Camellia was given to the plant in 1735 by the Swedish naturalist Carl Linnaeus, in homage to Georg Josef Kamel (Latinized as "Camellus"), an apothecary in the service of the Jesuits in the Philippines in the late 17th century. It was not until 1792 that the Camellia arrived in Europe.
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Camellia
x lutchuensis
Koto No Kaori
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Planting and care
Camellia 'Koto No Kaori' thrives particularly well in temperate climates that are not too cold in winter, not too hot in summer, and humid all year round. It can be placed in a partially shaded spot or in non-scorching sunlight, sheltered from cold and drying winds. Plant in a cool, humus-rich, acidic to neutral, fertile, and well-drained soil. The bush should not be planted too deeply; the top of the root ball should be covered with 3 cm (1.2 in) of soil. In winte, cover it with a 5 to 7 cm (2 to 3 in) thick mulch composed of leaf compost and crushed bark. Beware of late frosts that can damage flowers and buds. During dry periods, water the bush with non-calcereous water to prevent the dropping of flower buds.
Mature leaves that turn yellow, with green veins remaining, are a sign that the camellia is suffering from chlorosis. This is most often a symptom of iron deficiency. It occurs in soils that contain active limestone. Repeated watering with chalky water also induces this phenomenon, even if the bush was initially planted in an acidic substrate. To correct this deficiency, use a sequestered iron treatment.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
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