{"product_id":"camellia-drking15cm","title":"Camellia 'Dr King' 15cm","description":"\u003c!-- ===================== PLANT DESCRIPTION — FX TEMPLATE (Camellia japonica 'Dr King' — 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      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--\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 'Dr King'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold;\" class=\"fx-sub\"\u003eEvergreen foliage, bold blooms, zero winter boredom 🌺\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 'Dr King'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\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 or filtered light; protect from harsh 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 soil, avoiding extremes of drought or 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 strong 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 with good drainage.\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🌺 Large, vivid red flowers that stand out against the dark, glossy foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 Evergreen shrub that keeps a neat, structured presence all year round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✨ Ideal for classic planting schemes by the front door, on a terrace or balcony with other acid-loving plants.\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 as a signature focal point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏡 In an acid-loving corner with gardenias, rhododendrons and hydrangeas for a unified care concept.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌳 As a small evergreen shrub in a part-shade border in mild gardens.\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 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.\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\u003eHydrangea\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eAzalea\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eRhododendron\u003c\/em\u003e in the same type of compost for unified care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith low evergreens (e.g. \u003cem\u003eSkimmia\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eHeuchera\u003c\/em\u003e) to create a planted “base” under the pot or in the border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith small conifers or ornamental grasses in nearby pots for contrast of shape and texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #3b584a; margin-top: 6px;\"\u003eDesign goal: a stable evergreen structure with strong late-winter flowering that visually ties in with your other acid-loving plants.\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 background:\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, together with \u003cem\u003eCamellia sinensis\u003c\/em\u003e, the tea plant. \u003cem\u003eC. japonica\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the most classic ornamental species, with hundreds of cultivars bred and grown worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabitat \u0026amp; distribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNaming \u0026amp; cultivar character:\u003c\/strong\u003e The genus name \u003cem\u003eCamellia\u003c\/em\u003e honours Georg Joseph Kamel, while the epithet \u003cem\u003ejaponica\u003c\/em\u003e refers to the plant’s historical cultivation and spread in Japan. The cultivar \u003cem\u003e'Dr King'\u003c\/em\u003e was selected for its large, vivid red blooms and balanced shrub shape, making it a popular choice for classic gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelection \u0026amp; propagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e As a cultivated variety (cultivar), \u003cem\u003e'Dr King'\u003c\/em\u003e 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.\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 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.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2) Watering:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3) Position \u0026amp; feeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\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 'Dr King'\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 sun or filtered light; avoid strong midday sun.\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\u003eKeep compost slightly moist. 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. In pots, protect from prolonged frost and strong, cold 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 large red blooms that bring strong colour to the garden.\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 stays more compact depending on pot 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 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.\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 Many historic European estates featured at least one \u003cem\u003eCamellia japonica\u003c\/em\u003e as a garden “signature” – often in large pots by the entrance so the blooms could be admired from afar.\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 large, vivid red flowers that brighten the space at the end of winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 For the dark, glossy foliage that stays well-shaped all year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🪴 Because it performs beautifully in containers without demanding huge space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏡 Because it brings a “designed garden” feel even to a balcony with just a few pots.\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 takes up nutrients like iron best at pH 5.0–6.0; at higher pH, yellowing (chlorosis) commonly appears.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌱 Its root system is shallow and dislikes heavy disturbance, so it prefers gentle cultivation and no deep digging around the root zone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💨 Flower buds are formed months before they open; stress factors (drought, sudden cold, intense heat) can cause buds to drop before flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🧪 In professional production, rootstocks adapted to different soils and climates are often used so that the cultivar \u003cem\u003e'Dr King'\u003c\/em\u003e stays stable and performs well in a wide range of gardens.\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\u003eIt 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.\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\u003eIdeally 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.\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. 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.\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, 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.\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. 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