Camellia japonica Sanpei Tsubaki
Camellia japonica Sanpei Tsubaki
Camellia japonica Sanpei Tsubaki
Camellia japonica Sanpei Tsubaki
Japanese Camellia, Rose of winter
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Description
Camellia 'Sanpei Tsubaki' is a variety of camellia from Japan that is not widely available in horticultural trade and is distinguished by the early flowering, generosity, and unusual colour of its single flowers. It produces, sometimes as early as the end of December, numerous flowers of modest size, but of a beautiful orchid pink colour veined with a darker shade of pink, edged with white and centred on a beautiful cluster of golden stamens. This bush has moderate growth and beautiful dark and glossy foliage, attractive throughout the year. Plant this marvel in partial shade, out in the garden or in a container, in a light, acidic soil that remains moist.
Camellia 'Sanpei Tsubaki', introduced in Japan in the early 1960s, belongs to the family of Theaceae. It is a slow-growing shrub with a bushy and erect habit, deep rooting, reaching about1.2 m (3 ft) in height and 80 cm (2.6 in) in width in 10 years under good growing conditions. At the age of 15-20 years, it will measure about 1.5 m (5 ft) in height. From January to April, earlier or later depending on the climate, it produces numerous flowers measuring 6 to 8 cm (3 in) in diameter. They are composed of a corolla with 6 to 7 rounded and wide petals, with a gradient of deeper pink towards the base, lighter at the edges. Each petal is delicately outlined with a white border. The numerous stamens, gathered in a column, are very visible in the centre of the flower. Its foliage is evergreen, with large elliptical and wavy leaves, 10 cm (4 in) long and 5 cm (2 in) wide, finely toothed at the edges, they are leathery, slightly olive green, and glossy on the top. While this bush is hardy down to -15°C (5 °F) in the ground, its flowering may be compromised in case of snow, freezing wind, and temperatures below -5°C (23 °F).
The Japanese Camellia 'Sanpei Tsubaki' prefers mild and humid climates and thrives better in coastal regions, in acidic, humus-rich, and well-drained soil. It will tolerate full sun in favourable climates, but will give its best in partial shade, protected from scorching sun and sheltered from strong winds. It can be planted e.g. in a shrub border, together with other acid-loving plants like Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Cornus Kousa , Japanese maples or even Kalmia Latifolia. But it would be a shame to drown this charming variety in a mass 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 under cover during very cold winters.
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Botanical data
Camellia
japonica
Sanpei Tsubaki
Theaceae
Japanese Camellia, Rose of winter
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Camellia japonica 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.
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.