Camellia japonica Comte de Gomer
Camellia japonica Comte de Gomer
Camellia japonica Comte de Gomer
Camellia japonica Comte de Gomer
Camellia japonica Comte de Gomer
Japanese Camellia, Rose of winter
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Description
Camellia japonica 'Comte de Gomer' is an old Italian variety of Japanese camellia that still captivates with its unusual blooms. It stands out with its double flowers that are all different, randomly streaked with carmine red on a pink background, full of freshness. They bloom in late winter and spring on a compact, upright and bushy shrub that will undoubtedly make a big impact in a large pot on the terrace or as a focal point in the garden, in partial shade, in acidic and moist soil.
Camellia 'Comte de Gomer', obtained in Italy around 1860, belongs to the family of Theaceae. It is a bushy shrub with a slightly erect habit, almost as wide as it is tall, reaching about 1.50 m (5 ft) in height and 1.40 m (4.5 ft) in width after 10 years. From March to May-June (earlier or later depending on the climate), it produces flowers with a diameter of 6 to 7 cm (2.5 in) in the shape of peonies, with multiple overlapping petals. Each petal is more or less streaked with carmine and bright pink on a lighter pink background. The foliage, which persists all year round, consists of large elliptical leaves, 10 cm (4 in) long and 4 to 5 cm (2 in) wide, leathery, finely toothed along the edges, dark green and glossy on the upper side. While this shrub is hardy down to -12°C in the ground, its flower buds can be destroyed by snow, icy winds and temperatures below -5°C (23 °F).
Camellia japonica 'Comte de Gomer' prefers rather mild and humid climates and thrives in coastal regions, in acidic, humus-rich and well-drained soil. It will tolerate non-scorching sun in favourable climates, but it is in partial shade or even shade, protected from intense sunlight and sheltered from strong winds, that it will give its best. Plant out in a shrub border alongside other acid-loving plants such as Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Cornus kousa or even Kalmia latifolia. However it would be a shame to drown this exceptional variety, with its undeniable charm, in a tangle of foliage or flowers. It deserves a special place near the entrance of the house, or in a beautiful pot on the terrace, to be stored away in winter in very cold climates.
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Camellia
japonica
Comte de Gomer
Theaceae
Japanese Camellia, Rose of winter
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Camellia 'Comte de Gomer' tolerates full, non-scorching sunlight in favourable (e.g. mild coastal) climates, but it thrives in partial shade or shade, protected from intense sunlight and sheltered from strong winds. Plant in a fresh, humus-rich, acidic, and well-drained soil. Do not plant the bush too deeply; the top of the root ball should be covered with 3 cm (1.2 in) of soil. In winter, cover it with a 5 to 7 cm (2 to 3 in) thick layer of mulch composed of leaf compost and shredded bark. Beware of late frosts that can damage the flowers and buds. Water during dry periods to prevent the bush dropping its flower buds. It is recommended to plant camellias in autumn to promote good root development and better flowering from the first year. Possible diseases include chlorosis caused by excess limestone, brown spots caused by burns on leaves exposed to full south, sooty mould, scale insects, and weevils.
Camellias tolerate container cultivation well, their root system forms a dense but shallow network of root hairs. Annual repotting in a slightly larger pot is sufficient. Regularly feed your potted camellia and preferably water it with non-chalky water. If the water in your region is limestone-rich, add a teaspoon of sequestered iron to the watering can every 3 months, from spring to autumn.
Pruning is not necessary but if required should be done sparingly just after flowering, before the emergence of new spring shoots. Most camellia hybrids do not recover from hard pruning.
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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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