{"product_id":"camellia-bloodofchina15cm","title":"Camellia 'Blood of China' 15cm","description":"\u003c!-- ===================== PLANT DESCRIPTION — FX TEMPLATE (Camellia japonica 'Blood of China' — Camellia) ===================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  :root{ --brand:#074635; --brand-contrast:#fff; --border:#e7ece9; --card-bg:#fff; --page-bg:#f5f7f6; --muted:#3b584a; --text:#0f2a1d }\n  @media (max-width:720px){\n    .fx-wrap .fx-head,\n    .fx-wrap .dose-card,\n    .fx-wrap .box,\n    .fx-wrap .table,\n    .fx-wrap .band,\n    .fx-wrap details.fx-faq,\n    .fx-wrap .fx-cta{\n      background:#fff !important;\n      border-left:4px solid var(--brand) !important;\n      box-shadow:0 1px 0 rgba(16,39,27,.05) !important;\n    }\n    .fx-wrap .fx-grid,\n    .fx-wrap .fx-dose,\n    .fx-wrap .fx-steps,\n    .fx-wrap .fx-tables,\n    .fx-wrap .fx-bands,\n    .fx-wrap .fx-pills,\n    .fx-wrap .fx-cta{\n      background:transparent !important;\n      border:0 !important;\n      box-shadow:none !important;\n    }\n    \/* Mobile: placement \/ combos boxes mimic \"Step\" block *\/\n    .fx-wrap .box.box--placement,\n    .fx-wrap .box.box--combos{\n      background:#fbfdfc !important;\n      border-left:1px solid var(--border) !important;\n      box-shadow:none !important;\n    }\n  }\n  html,body{margin:0;background:var(--page-bg)}\n  .fx-wrap{font-family:\"Segoe UI\",Arial,sans-serif;color:var(--text);line-height:1.6;font-size:16px;max-width:880px;margin:0 auto;padding:16px}\n  .fx-wrap p,.box,.table td,.table th{hyphens:auto}\n\n  \/* Header *\/\n  .fx-head{display:grid;gap:12px;border:1px solid var(--border);border-radius:12px;background:#fbfdfc;padding:14px 16px}\n  .fx-title{margin:0;font-weight:800;font-size:22px;color:#10271b;line-height:1.35}\n  @media (max-width:600px){ .fx-title{font-size:19px;line-height:1.3} }\n  .fx-sub{margin:0;color:#3b584a}\n  .fx-hero{display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px}\n  .fx-lead{margin-top:10px;padding-top:10px;border-top:1px solid #e1ebe5}\n\n  \/* Pills *\/\n  .fx-pills{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:8px;margin-top:4px}\n  .pill{display:inline-flex;align-items:center;gap:6px;border:1px solid #dfe7e3;background:#fff;border-radius:999px;padding:6px 10px;font-size:12px}\n  .pill em{font-style:italic}\n  .pill--fam{background:#fff;color:#074635;border-color:#cfeede}\n  .pill--life{background:#e9f7ef;color:#074635;border-color:#cfeede}\n  .pill--light{background:#e6f4f9;color:#074635;border-color:#cae8f1}\n  .pill--care{background:#faf6e5;color:#5c3a0c;border-color:#efe4ba}\n  .pill--growth{background:#fff;color:#074635;border-color:#dfe7e3}\n\n  \/* Specs strip *\/\n  .fx-dose{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(4,minmax(0,1fr));gap:10px;margin:14px 0}\n  .dose-card{background:#fff;border:1px solid var(--border);border-radius:12px;padding:10px;text-align:center}\n  .dose-card h4{margin:2px 0 6px;font-size:12px;color:#3b4a42}\n  .dose-big{font-size:18px;font-weight:800;color:#153b2a}\n  .dose-note{font-size:12px;color:#3b584a}\n\n  \/* Grids *\/\n  .fx-grid{display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:16px;margin:16px 0}\n  .box{background:#fff;border:1px solid var(--border);border-radius:12px;padding:12px}\n  .box h3{margin:0 0 10px;padding:4px 0 8px;font-size:18px;font-weight:800;color:#153b2a;border-bottom:2px solid var(--border)}\n  .list{margin:0;padding-left:0;list-style:none}\n  .list li{margin:6px 0}\n\n  \/* Steps *\/\n  .fx-steps{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(3,minmax(0,1fr));gap:12px;margin:10px 0}\n  .step{background:#fbfdfc;border:1px solid var(--border);border-radius:10px;padding:12px}\n  .step strong{color:#153b2a}\n\n  \/* Tables *\/\n  .fx-tables{display:grid;gap:16px;margin:16px 0}\n  .table-scroll{overflow-x:auto}\n  .table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;background:#fff;border:1px solid var(--border);border-radius:12px;min-width:520px}\n  .table th,.table td{padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;font-size:14px;text-align:left}\n  .table thead th{font-size:12px;text-transform:uppercase;color:#3b4a42;background:#f6faf8}\n\n  \/* Bands *\/\n  .fx-bands{display:grid;gap:16px;margin:16px 0}\n  .band{background:#fff;border-left:4px solid #074635;border:1px solid var(--border);border-radius:12px;padding:12px}\n\n  \/* Foldables *\/\n  .faq-grid{display:grid;gap:12px;margin:14px 0}\n  @media (min-width:721px){ .faq-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr} }\n  details.fx-faq{\n    background:#fff;border:1px solid var(--border);border-radius:12px;padding:10px 12px;\n    transition:box-shadow .15s ease, border-color .15s ease, transform .06s ease;\n  }\n  details.fx-faq:hover{box-shadow:0 3px 10px rgba(16,39,27,.06)}\n  details.fx-faq:active{transform:translateY(0.5px)}\n  details.fx-faq\u003esummary{cursor:pointer;font-weight:800;list-style:none;position:relative;display:flex;align-items:center;gap:10px}\n  details.fx-faq\u003esummary .caret{\n    width:22px;height:22px;display:inline-grid;place-items:center;border:1px solid #cfeede;border-radius:6px;\n    background:linear-gradient(180deg,#eef7f2,#ffffff);color:#074635;font-size:14px;flex:0 0 22px;\n  }\n  details.fx-faq\u003esummary .caret::before{content:\"▸\";transition:transform .2s}\n  details.fx-faq[open]\u003esummary .caret::before{content:\"▾\"}\n  details.fx-faq summary .qchip{\n    font-size:11px;font-weight:700;color:#074635;background:#e9f7ef;border:1px solid #cfeede;border-radius:999px;padding:2px 8px;margin-left:auto;\n  }\n  details.fx-faq p{margin:10px 0 4px}\n\n  \/* Origin highlight *\/\n  details.fx-faq.fx-origin{ position:relative; }\n  details.fx-faq.fx-origin:not([open]){\n    background: linear-gradient(90deg, rgba(231,238,237,.55) 0%, rgba(255,255,255,0) 42%), #fff;\n    border-color:#cfeede;\n  }\n  details.fx-faq.fx-origin:not([open])::before{\n    content:\"\"; position:absolute; inset:0 auto 0 0; width:4px;\n    background:linear-gradient(#88b49c,#5c8975); border-radius:12px 0 0 12px;\n  }\n  details.fx-faq.fx-origin .origin-badge{ display:none; }\n  details.fx-faq.fx-origin:not([open]) .origin-badge{\n    display:inline-block; margin-left:8px; font-size:11px; font-weight:700;\n    color:#074635; background:#e9f7ef; border:1px solid #cfeede; border-radius:999px; padding:2px 8px;\n  }\n  details.fx-faq.fx-origin[open]{ background:#fff; border-color:var(--border); }\n\n  .emj{display:inline-block;width:1.25em;min-width:1.25em;text-align:center}\n\n  @media (max-width:720px){\n    .table td:first-child,.table th:first-child{white-space:nowrap}\n    .table td:first-child{padding-left:16px}\n    .fx-dose{grid-template-columns:repeat(2,minmax(0,1fr))}\n    .fx-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr}\n    .fx-steps{grid-template-columns:1fr}\n    .faq-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr}\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fx-wrap\"\u003e\u003c!-- 🟢 MODULE 1: Header --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-head\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fx-hero\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"fx-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCamellia japonica 'Blood of China'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fx-sub\" style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRed blooms while the garden is still half asleep 😴\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fx-sub\"\u003eFamily: \u003cem\u003eTheaceae\u003c\/em\u003e • Pot diameter: 15 cm • Height: ~30 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fx-pills\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pill pill--fam\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTheaceae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pill pill--life\"\u003eEvergreen shrub\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pill pill--light\"\u003eLight: bright partial shade\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pill pill--care\"\u003eCare: moderate\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pill pill--growth\"\u003eSlow–medium growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- Flowing paragraph — conversion-first --\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fx-sub fx-lead\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCamellia japonica 'Blood of China'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic camellia cultivar with dark, glossy evergreen foliage and rich, deep red blooms that bring strong colour from late winter into spring. It works as a refined evergreen shrub for entrances, balconies and sheltered terraces, and with the right care it develops into a statement plant in part-shade corners with other acid-loving and traditional ornamental garden species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 🟠 MODULE 2: Specs strip --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-dose\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLight\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-big\"\u003e🌤️ Partial shade\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-note\"\u003eMorning sun, indirect light, protection from midday heat.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWatering\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-big\"\u003e💧 Steady\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-note\"\u003eSlightly moist compost; avoid both drought and waterlogging.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTemperature\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-big\"\u003e🌡️ 5–24°C\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-note\"\u003eCold-hardy; in pots protect from severe frost.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSoil \/ pH\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-big\"\u003e🌱 Acidic\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-note\"\u003eEricaceous compost for camellias\/gardenias\/rhododendrons.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- 🟠 MODULE 3: Highlights + Use --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes it special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌺 Deep red flowers that stand out on grey winter days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 Glossy, dark foliage that looks good all year round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✨ Compact habit in containers, ideal for entrances, balconies and small courtyards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🪴 In a decorative pot by a door or window for a classic, elegant welcome.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏡 As a focal point in an acid-loving corner with rhododendrons, gardenias and hydrangeas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌳 On a sheltered balcony or terrace as an evergreen backdrop with seasonal flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- 🔵 MODULE 4: Placement + Combos --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"box box--placement\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to place it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCamellias prefer bright partial shade: ideally an east- or north-facing aspect with morning or soft late-afternoon sun and protection from harsh midday sun, especially on glazed balconies. Avoid spots with very dry, hot air (e.g. directly above radiators or against walls that overheat) and choose a position with relatively stable moisture. In a pot, placing it in a slightly sheltered corner helps protect it from cold north winds on very frosty days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"box box--combos\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to pair it with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith other acid lovers such as \u003cem\u003eRhododendron\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eAzalea\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eHydrangea\u003c\/em\u003e for a classic, lush look in acidic compost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith low evergreens (e.g. \u003cem\u003eSkimmia\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003ePieris\u003c\/em\u003e) that keep the base of the pot or border dressed all year round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith slender, vertical elements like dwarf conifers or ornamental grasses in nearby pots for contrast of shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #3b584a; margin-top: 6px;\"\u003eDesign goal: a refined, timeless corner with dark evergreen foliage and bursts of deep red colour when the camellia flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- 🟣 MODULE 5: Origin of the cultivar --\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"fx-faq fx-origin\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"caret\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Origin of the cultivar \u003cspan class=\"origin-badge\"\u003eclick to read\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaxonomic history:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCamellia japonica\u003c\/em\u003e belongs to the genus \u003cem\u003eCamellia\u003c\/em\u003e in the family \u003cem\u003eTheaceae\u003c\/em\u003e, often called the “tea family”, since it also includes \u003cem\u003eCamellia sinensis\u003c\/em\u003e, source of traditional tea. \u003cem\u003eC. japonica\u003c\/em\u003e has been grown as an ornamental shrub for centuries in Japan, China and Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabitat \u0026amp; distribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e In the wild it is found in forests of East Asia, in regions with mild, humid climates, acidic soils and part-shade. Plants grow as evergreen shrubs or small trees along woodland edges and stream sides, where they are protected from intense, direct sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNaming \u0026amp; etymology:\u003c\/strong\u003e The genus name \u003cem\u003eCamellia\u003c\/em\u003e honours Czech botanist Georg Joseph Kamel, while the epithet \u003cem\u003ejaponica\u003c\/em\u003e reflects its strong link with Japanese flora and garden traditions. The cultivar name \u003cem\u003e'Blood of China'\u003c\/em\u003e highlights the deep red flower colour and echoes Chinese camellias with intense, almost velvety tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelection \u0026amp; propagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e'Blood of China'\u003c\/em\u003e is a cultivated variety (cultivar) selected for stable deep red colour, reliable flowering and elegant shrub form. It is propagated vegetatively (cuttings, grafting) so that its characteristics remain unchanged, and is offered internationally as a premium choice for containers and gardens in mild climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c!-- 🟠 MODULE 6: Steps --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-steps\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1) Substrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use ericaceous compost for acid-loving plants (camellias\/gardenias\/rhododendrons), light yet rich with good drainage. Avoid lime-rich soils and add some perlite to improve root aeration.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2) Watering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the compost slightly moist, watering when the top layer feels dry. Avoid complete drying out, especially once buds have formed, but also avoid permanently soggy conditions that lead to root rot.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3) Position \u0026amp; feeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place your camellia in bright partial shade, sheltered from harsh midday sun and strong winds. Feed in spring and late summer with fertiliser for acid-loving plants, avoiding over-fertilising and any feeding during drought or extreme heat.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- ⚪ MODULE 7: Table --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-tables\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-scroll\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e🔎\u003c\/span\u003e Detail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInformation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e🌿\u003c\/span\u003e Botanical name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eCamellia japonica 'Blood of China'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e🪴\u003c\/span\u003e Pot \/ Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 cm pot • height ~30 cm • evergreen shrub in container\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e☀️\u003c\/span\u003e Light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright partial shade with morning or soft late-afternoon sun; avoid harsh midday sun, especially on glazed balconies.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e💧\u003c\/span\u003e Watering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompost kept evenly moist but not waterlogged. Do not let it dry out completely, especially when in bud.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e🌡️\u003c\/span\u003e Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIdeally 5–24°C. Hardy in the ground; in pots protect from prolonged frost and strong winds.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e🌸\u003c\/span\u003e Flowering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate winter to spring, with deep red, full blooms that stand out against the dark foliage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e📏\u003c\/span\u003e Final size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIn the ground it can reach around 1.5–2 m in height; in pots it remains more compact, depending on container size and pruning.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e🐾\u003c\/span\u003e Toxicity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToxicity: Suitable for spaces with children and pets.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- 🧡 MODULE 8: Bands --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-bands\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"band\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e💡 Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e To avoid bud drop, keep your camellia in a stable position (don’t move it around too much) and never let it suffer from severe drought once flower buds have formed.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-bands\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"band\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🤔 Did you know?\u003c\/strong\u003e In East Asia, camellias are seen as symbols of elegance and understated luxury – many traditional courtyards and teahouses are literally designed around one or two old, flowering \u003cem\u003eCamellia japonica\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- 🟡 MODULE 9–10: Foldables (2 info + 4 extra FAQs, all closed) --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-grid\"\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"fx-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"caret\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Why you’ll love it \u003cspan class=\"qchip\"\u003einfo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌺 For the deep red flowers that appear just when your garden or balcony needs colour the most.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 For the glossy evergreen foliage that keeps the space looking “dressed” all year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🪴 Because it works just as well in a decorative pot as it does in the ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏡 Because it delivers a classic garden feel even if all you have is a small balcony.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"fx-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"caret\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 🧠 Greenleaf for nerds — scientific facts nobody asked for \u003cspan class=\"qchip\"\u003egeek\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🧬 As an acid-loving species, \u003cem\u003eCamellia japonica\u003c\/em\u003e prefers soil pH between 5.0–6.0, where nutrients such as iron remain more available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌱 Its root system is relatively shallow and sensitive to compaction, so avoid treading or deep digging around the root zone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💨 Flower buds are initiated months before they open; strong stress (drought, moving the plant, extreme heat or cold) during this stage can cause buds to fall before they bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🧪 In commercial production, grafting onto robust rootstocks is often used for better adaptation to different soils and climates while keeping the cultivar’s traits stable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c!-- 4 extra FAQs (match JSON-LD) --\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"fx-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"caret\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e What light does it need? \u003cspan class=\"qchip\"\u003elight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeally bright partial shade with morning or soft late-afternoon sun. Avoid strong midday sun, especially on balconies that heat up in summer or behind glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"fx-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"caret\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e What soil and watering does it like? \u003cspan class=\"qchip\"\u003ewater\/soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt needs acidic compost (for acid-loving plants) with good drainage and consistently slightly moist conditions. Water when the top layer starts to dry, avoiding both complete dryness and permanently soggy compost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"fx-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"caret\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e When does it flower and how big does it get? \u003cspan class=\"qchip\"\u003egrowth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt usually flowers from late winter into spring, depending on the climate. In a pot it starts as a small shrub around 30 cm tall, but over the years and in a larger pot or in the ground it can reach 1.5–2 m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"fx-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"caret\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Is it suitable for a balcony pot? \u003cspan class=\"qchip\"\u003ebalcony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, provided you can offer bright partial shade, protection from harsh midday sun and acidic compost. In areas with strong frost you may need extra protection or to move it to a more sheltered spot on the coldest nights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 📄 MODULE 12: Copyright --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #074635; font-style: italic; text-align: center; margin-top: 16px;\"\u003e© Original plant description by Greenleaf Garden Center. All rights reserved. | Το κείμενο αποτελεί πρωτότυπο υλικό. Απαγορεύεται η αντιγραφή (Νόμος 2121\/1993).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 🔍 MODULE 13: Note --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #000; font-style: italic; text-align: center; margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e🔎 Note: Due to the natural variation of plants, the specimen you receive may differ slightly from the one in the photo. Shape, size and colour depend on the season, growing conditions and the individual plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ===================== JSON-LD (FAQPage + BreadcrumbList) — INSIDE description; no Guard ===================== --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\n  \"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\n  \"inLanguage\":\"en\",\n  \"mainEntity\":[\n    {\n      \"@type\":\"Question\",\n      \"name\":\"What light does it need?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\":{\n        \"@type\":\"Answer\",\n        \"text\":\"Ideally bright partial shade with morning or soft late-afternoon sun. Avoid strong midday sun, especially on balconies that heat up in summer or behind glass.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\":\"Question\",\n      \"name\":\"What soil and watering does it like?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\":{\n        \"@type\":\"Answer\",\n        \"text\":\"It needs acidic compost (for acid-loving plants) with good drainage and consistently slightly moist conditions. Water when the top layer starts to dry, avoiding both complete dryness and permanently soggy compost.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\":\"Question\",\n      \"name\":\"When does it flower and how big does it get?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\":{\n        \"@type\":\"Answer\",\n        \"text\":\"It usually flowers from late winter into spring, depending on the climate. In a pot it starts as a small shrub around 30 cm tall, but over the years and in a larger pot or in the ground it can reach 1.5–2 m.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\":\"Question\",\n      \"name\":\"Is it suitable for a balcony pot?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\":{\n        \"@type\":\"Answer\",\n        \"text\":\"Yes, provided you can offer bright partial shade, protection from harsh midday sun and acidic compost. In areas with strong frost you may need extra protection or to move it to a more sheltered spot on the coldest nights.\"\n      }\n    }\n  ]\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\n  \"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\n  \"inLanguage\":\"en\",\n  \"itemListElement\":[\n    {\n      \"@type\":\"ListItem\",\n      \"position\":1,\n      \"name\":\"Home\",\n      \"item\":\"https:\/\/green-leaf.gr\/\"\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\":\"ListItem\",\n      \"position\":2,\n      \"name\":\"Camellia japonica 'Blood of China' 15cm\",\n      \"item\":\"https:\/\/green-leaf.gr\/en-eu\/products\/camellia-bloodofchina15cm\"\n    }\n  ]\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Greenleaf Garden Center","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56118300606812,"sku":"CamellBloodofChina15cm","price":10.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2962\/3312\/files\/Camellia-_Blood-of-China_-15cm.jpg?v=1764680833","url":"https:\/\/green-leaf.gr\/en-eu\/products\/camellia-bloodofchina15cmen","provider":"Greenleaf Garden Center","version":"1.0","type":"link"}