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Description
Camellia Williamsii Ruby Wedding is a beautiful evergreen shrub that produces stunning ruby-red flowers in the winter months. It is a hybrid of the Camellia japonica and Camellia saluenensis, and was first introduced in the UK in 1952. The plant can grow up to 4 meters tall and 2 meters wide, and has a dense, bushy habit. Its leaves are dark green, glossy, and slightly serrated.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Theaceae |
| Genus | Camellia |
Appearance
The Camellia Williamsii Ruby Wedding produces stunning ruby-red flowers that are around 12cm in diameter. The flowers are semi-double and have a central boss of yellow stamens. The plant blooms in the winter months, from December to March, and the flowers contrast beautifully against the dark green foliage of the plant. The leaves are glossy and slightly serrated, and the plant has a dense, bushy habit. It can grow up to 4 meters tall and 2 meters wide.
Care Guide
Water: Camellia Williamsii Ruby Wedding requires moderate watering, especially during the growing season. Ensure that the soil is moist, but not waterlogged.
Fertilization: The plant requires regular fertilization during the growing season, with a balanced fertilizer. Avoid fertilizing during the winter months when the plant is in bloom.
Soil: The plant prefers well-drained, acidic soil. Amend the soil with compost or peat moss to improve drainage and acidity.
Sunlight: Camellia Williamsii Ruby Wedding prefers partial shade to full shade. Avoid planting in direct sunlight.
Hardiness Zones: The plant is hardy in USDA zones 7-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
The Camellia Williamsii Ruby Wedding is susceptible to a range of pests and diseases, including:
- Aphids: Small, sap-sucking insects that can cause the leaves to curl and turn yellow. Treat with insecticidal soap.
- Scale: Small, immobile insects that can cause yellowing of the leaves. Treat with horticultural oil.
- Leaf spot: Fungal disease that causes yellow or brown spots on the leaves. Treat with a fungicide.
Habitat
The Camellia Williamsii Ruby Wedding is native to China and was first introduced in the UK in 1952. It prefers a moist, well-drained, acidic soil and partial to full shade. The plant is hardy in USDA zones 7-9.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water my Camellia Williamsii Ruby Wedding?
A: The plant requires moderate watering, especially during the growing season. Ensure that the soil is moist, but not waterlogged.
Q: What is the best fertilizer for Camellia Williamsii Ruby Wedding?
A: The plant requires regular fertilization during the growing season, with a balanced fertilizer. Avoid fertilizing during the winter months when the plant is in bloom.
Q: What pests and diseases are Camellia Williamsii Ruby Wedding susceptible to?
A: The plant is susceptible to aphids, scale, and leaf spot.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Camellia Williamsii Ruby Wedding?
A: The plant is hardy in USDA zones 7-9.
Related Plants
- Camellia japonica
- Camellia sasanqua
- Camellia saluenensis
- Camellia sinensis
References
- https://www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/8031/i-Camellia-williamsii-i-Ruby-Wedding/Details
- https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/camellia/camellia-care.htm
- https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/camellia/camellias-pests-and-diseases.htm
- https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/camellia/growing-camellias.htm
