Description
Camellia 'Spring Surprise' is a delightful Camellia cultivar known for its compact size and striking blooms that appear from Late Spring (Kambarang) through Early Summer (Birak). The flowers are a soft, rosy pink, sometimes with a delicate hint of white, adding a refreshing burst of colour to shaded garden areas or patios. This variety thrives in both large pots and garden beds, making it a versatile choice for Perth’s climate where it can flourish in morning sun or part to full shade.
For optimal growth, plant 'Spring Surprise' in well-drained, acidic soil, using a Camellia-specific potting mix to maintain moisture balance and support good drainage. Regular watering is essential, particularly during Perth’s hot and dry summer months, to keep the soil consistently moist. With an approximate mature height of 1 - 1.5 metres and a width of 1 - 1.5 metres, this evergreen shrub provides a charming, year-round presence in the garden, highlighted by seasonal blooms.
| Botanical Name | Camellia japonica |
| Common Name | Camellia |
| Cultivar | Spring Surprise |
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Classification |
Camellia |
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| Origin | China, Japan |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1 - 1.5 M |
| Width | 1 - 1.5 M |
| Light | Morning sun/part shade to full shade |
| Soil | Well drained, acidic soil; best with Camellia mix |
| Water Requirement | Keep soil moist in hot, dry weather |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Flower Colour | Rosy pink with white hints |
| Flower Time | Kambarang (Late Spring) to Birak (Early Summer) |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic to humans and animals |
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