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Camellia 'Dr King' 15cm

Name: Camellia 'Dr King' 15cm
Brand: Greenleaf Garden Center
SKU: CamellDrKing15cm
Price: 8.0 EUR
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Camellia japonica 'Dr King'

Evergreen foliage, bold blooms, zero winter boredom 🌺

Family: Theaceae • Pot diameter: 15 cm • Height: ~30 cm

Theaceae Evergreen shrub Light: bright partial shade Care: moderate Slow–medium growth

Camellia japonica 'Dr King' is a classic camellia cultivar with dark, glossy evergreen foliage and large, vivid red blooms that give a structured, “designed” look from late winter into spring. In pots on a terrace, balcony or near the entrance, it works as a refined evergreen shrub that keeps the space dressed all year and adds a strong splash of colour at the time when most plants are still dormant.

Light

🌤️ Partial shade

Morning sun or filtered light; protect from harsh midday heat.

Watering

💧 Steady

Slightly moist soil, avoiding extremes of drought or waterlogging.

Temperature

🌡️ 5–24°C

Cold-hardy; in pots, protect from strong frost.

Soil / pH

🌱 Acidic

Ericaceous compost with good drainage.

What makes it special

🌺 Large, vivid red flowers that stand out against the dark, glossy foliage.
🌿 Evergreen shrub that keeps a neat, structured presence all year round.
✨ Ideal for classic planting schemes by the front door, on a terrace or balcony with other acid-loving plants.

Best uses

🪴 In a decorative pot by a door or window as a signature focal point.
🏡 In an acid-loving corner with gardenias, rhododendrons and hydrangeas for a unified care concept.
🌳 As a small evergreen shrub in a part-shade border in mild gardens.

Where to place it

Camellias prefer bright partial shade with morning sun or soft light and protection from harsh midday sun – especially on south-facing balconies or behind glass. Choose a spot with relatively stable moisture and avoid dry, hot draughts or very exposed positions in hard frost. In pots, a sheltered corner near a wall or railing helps buffer wind and reduces how quickly the compost dries out.

What to pair it with

With other acid-lovers such as Hydrangea, Azalea, Rhododendron in the same type of compost for unified care.
With low evergreens (e.g. Skimmia, Heuchera) to create a planted “base” under the pot or in the border.
With small conifers or ornamental grasses in nearby pots for contrast of shape and texture.

Design goal: a stable evergreen structure with strong late-winter flowering that visually ties in with your other acid-loving plants.

Origin of the cultivar click to read

Taxonomic background: Camellia japonica belongs to the genus Camellia in the family Theaceae, together with Camellia sinensis, the tea plant. C. japonica is one of the most classic ornamental species, with hundreds of cultivars bred and grown worldwide.

Habitat & distribution: In the wild it occurs in forests of East Asia, in regions with mild, humid climates and acidic soils. It grows in partially shaded positions, often at woodland edges and along stream banks, where it is protected from intense sun and extreme winds.

Naming & cultivar character: The genus name Camellia honours Georg Joseph Kamel, while the epithet japonica refers to the plant’s historical cultivation and spread in Japan. The cultivar 'Dr King' was selected for its large, vivid red blooms and balanced shrub shape, making it a popular choice for classic gardens.

Selection & propagation: As a cultivated variety (cultivar), 'Dr King' is propagated vegetatively (cuttings, grafting) so that flower colour, form and growth habit remain stable. It is offered by professional nurseries as a reliable camellia for containers and open-ground plantings in suitable climates.

1) Substrate: Plant in ericaceous compost suitable for camellias, gardenias and rhododendrons – light yet rich, with good drainage. Avoid lime-rich soils and mix in some perlite to keep the roots well aerated.

2) Watering: Keep the compost slightly moist; water when the top layer starts to dry, avoiding both complete drying out and permanently soggy conditions. Take extra care once flower buds have formed.

3) Position & feeding: Place the camellia in bright partial shade, protected from strong midday sun and frost. Feed in spring and late summer with fertiliser for acid-loving plants, always onto moist compost and without overdoing it.

🔎 Detail	Information
🌿 Botanical name	Camellia japonica 'Dr King'
🪴 Pot / Size	15 cm pot • height ~30 cm • evergreen shrub in container
☀️ Light	Bright partial shade with morning sun or filtered light; avoid strong midday sun.
💧 Watering	Keep compost slightly moist. Do not let it dry out completely, especially when in bud.
🌡️ Temperature	Ideally 5–24°C. In pots, protect from prolonged frost and strong, cold winds.
🌸 Flowering	Late winter to spring, with large red blooms that bring strong colour to the garden.
📏 Final size	In the ground it can reach around 1.5–2 m in height; in pots it stays more compact depending on pot size and pruning.
🐾 Toxicity	Toxicity: Suitable for spaces with children and pets.

💡 Tip: For reliable flowering, keep your camellia in the same position year-round and avoid sudden changes in light or watering while the flower buds are developing.

🤔 Did you know? Many historic European estates featured at least one Camellia japonica as a garden “signature” – often in large pots by the entrance so the blooms could be admired from afar.

Why you’ll love it info

🌺 For the large, vivid red flowers that brighten the space at the end of winter.
🌿 For the dark, glossy foliage that stays well-shaped all year.
🪴 Because it performs beautifully in containers without demanding huge space.
🏡 Because it brings a “designed garden” feel even to a balcony with just a few pots.

🧠 Greenleaf for nerds — scientific facts nobody asked for geek

🧬 As an acid-loving species, Camellia japonica takes up nutrients like iron best at pH 5.0–6.0; at higher pH, yellowing (chlorosis) commonly appears.
🌱 Its root system is shallow and dislikes heavy disturbance, so it prefers gentle cultivation and no deep digging around the root zone.
💨 Flower buds are formed months before they open; stress factors (drought, sudden cold, intense heat) can cause buds to drop before flowering.
🧪 In professional production, rootstocks adapted to different soils and climates are often used so that the cultivar 'Dr King' stays stable and performs well in a wide range of gardens.

What light does it need? light

It needs bright partial shade with morning sun or filtered light. Avoid strong midday sun, especially on south-facing balconies or behind glass where heat builds up.

What soil and watering does it like? water/soil

Ideally ericaceous compost with good drainage. Water when the top layer starts to dry, keeping the compost slightly moist but never waterlogged. Avoid letting it dry out completely, especially when in bud.

When does it flower and how big does it get? growth

It usually flowers from late winter into spring. In a pot it starts as a shrub around 30 cm tall, but over the years and with light pruning it can reach around 1–1.5 m, depending on space and container size.

Is it suitable for a balcony pot? balcony

Yes, it is an excellent choice for balconies and terraces with bright partial shade. It needs a pot with good drainage, acidic compost and some protection from hard frost or very hot midday summer sun.

🔎 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.

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Camellia 'Dr King' 15cm

Camellia 'Dr King' 15cm

Camellia japonica 'Dr King'

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What makes it special

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Where to place it

What to pair it with

Camellia 'Dr King' 15cm Care & Tips

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