{"product_id":"camellia-giordsantorel15cm","title":"Camellia 'Giordano Santorelli' 15cm","description":"\u003c!-- ===================== PLANT DESCRIPTION — FX TEMPLATE (Camellia japonica 'Giordano Santorelli' — 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    .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 'Giordano Santorelli'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold;\" class=\"fx-sub\"\u003eCamellia for garden dates… no special occasion required 💌\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\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCamellia japonica 'Giordano Santorelli'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a historic camellia cultivar with bold, double blooms in deep red, broken up by crisp white streaks. Its dark, glossy, evergreen foliage keeps the space structured all year, while the variegated flowers give a more collector-style, landscape look than the classic solid-red types. It is ideal in pots on balconies, terraces and entrances, as well as in garden plantings in partial shade with other acid-lovers where you want strong winter presence.\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, protected 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\"\u003eSubstrate kept slightly moist, 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-tolerant; in pots take care during 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 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🌺 Formal double flowers in red with white streaks for striking bicolour impact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 Dark, glossy, evergreen foliage that holds volume and structure in the space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✨ A historic cultivar with a more collector’s, classic character compared to simple camellias.\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 pot by an entrance or steps as a focal point in winter and spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏡 In acid-lover corners with rhododendrons, gardenias and hydrangeas for a unified care concept.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌳 As a small evergreen shrub in a partial-shade border, alone or combined with shade-loving species.\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\u003eThis camellia prefers bright partial shade, with gentle morning sun or filtered light and protection from harsh midday sun, especially on south-facing aspects or behind glass. Choose a position with stable moisture and avoid exposed corners with strong winds or hard frost. In pots, placing it near a wall or railing helps to break the wind and prevents the substrate from drying out too quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"box box--combos\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to combine it with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith acid-lovers such as \u003cem\u003eRhododendron\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eAzalea\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eHydrangea\u003c\/em\u003e, so everything shares the same acidic substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith shade-tolerant perennials (e.g. \u003cem\u003eHelleborus\u003c\/em\u003e, ferns) that fill the base and keep the eye anchored low.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith small conifers or ornamental grasses for contrast in form and a strong winter framework.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #3b584a; margin-top: 6px;\"\u003eDesign goal: a stable, evergreen backdrop with bicolour flowers that stand out without feeling too loud in the space.\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 and is one of the classic garden ornamentals in temperate regions. The group includes hundreds of cultivars with different flower forms and colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural range \u0026amp; distribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild \u003cem\u003eC. japonica\u003c\/em\u003e originates from woodlands in East Asia, in areas with mild, humid climates, acidic soils and partially shaded positions. From there it travelled into botanical gardens and historic estates, where it became a staple plant for winter–spring flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNaming \u0026amp; cultivar character:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCamellia japonica 'Giordano Santorelli'\u003c\/em\u003e is a historic cultivar known for its strong red double flowers with white patches that create a distinctive bicolour effect. The formal double form gives a full, almost geometric appearance that suits classic and formal garden styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelection \u0026amp; propagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The cultivar is propagated vegetatively (cuttings, grafting) onto suitable rootstocks so its bicolour pattern, flower shape and shrub habit remain stable. It is mainly offered by specialist nurseries of acid-loving plants for collectors and camellia enthusiasts.\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, rich yet light, with good drainage and a pH around 5–6. Avoid chalky mixes and hard water, which gradually raise the pH.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2) Watering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the substrate slightly moist; water when the top layer starts to dry, without letting the pot dry out completely or sit permanently in water. Take extra care once 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 extreme sun and frost. Feed in spring and again at the end of summer with a fertiliser for acid-lovers, in moderate doses and always on moist substrate.\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 Feature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\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 Scientific name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eCamellia japonica 'Giordano Santorelli'\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 • height ~30 cm • evergreen shrub in pot\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 harsh 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\u003eSubstrate kept steadily, 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 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\u003eWinter to spring, with red double flowers and white patches for strong bicolour effect.\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 2.5–3.5 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, avoid moving the camellia frequently and try not to make big changes in watering or light during the weeks when the buds are swelling.\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 Red-and-white bicolour camellias like \u003cem\u003e'Giordano Santorelli'\u003c\/em\u003e are especially loved by collectors, because each bloom can look slightly different from flower to flower.\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 bold red double blooms with white highlights that stand out from a distance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 For the stable, evergreen foliage that keeps the space “dressed” all year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🪴 Because it performs beautifully in pots, even on smaller balconies and terraces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏡 For the polished garden feel it gives, even if you only have a few carefully placed containers.\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 a typical acid-loving plant, \u003cem\u003eCamellia japonica\u003c\/em\u003e takes up trace elements such as iron best at pH 5.0–6.0; at higher pH it shows yellowing (chlorosis) on the youngest leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌱 Its root system is shallow and sensitive to compaction; avoid heavy foot traffic or deep hoeing around the root zone, especially in borders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💨 Flower buds are “programmed” months before they open; stress factors (drought, sudden cold, excess fertiliser) can cause buds to drop before flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🧪 In professional plantings, the right combination of rootstock and cultivar helps ensure consistent performance in different microclimates, keeping \u003cem\u003e'Giordano Santorelli'\u003c\/em\u003e more reliable in gardens and pots.\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 gentle morning sun or filtered light. Avoid harsh midday sun, which can stress the foliage and buds, especially on south-facing balconies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"fx-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"caret\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e What substrate and watering does it need? \u003cspan class=\"qchip\"\u003ewater\/soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeally an ericaceous substrate, light yet rich, with good drainage. Water when the top layer starts to dry, keeping the substrate slightly moist but never waterlogged. Avoid both complete drying 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 winter through spring, with red-and-white double blooms. In the ground it can reach 2.5–3.5 m in height; in pots it stays smaller, depending on pot size and pruning.\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 a very good choice for balconies and terraces with bright partial shade. It needs a pot with good drainage, acidic substrate and some protection from hard frost or very hot midday 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. | This text is original content. Copying is prohibited (Law 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 variability of plants, the plant you receive may differ slightly from the one in the photo. Shape, size or colour depend on the season, growing conditions and the nature of each 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\":\"It needs bright partial shade, with gentle morning sun or filtered light. Avoid harsh midday sun, which can stress the foliage and buds, especially on south-facing balconies.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\":\"Question\",\n      \"name\":\"What substrate and watering does it need?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\":{\n        \"@type\":\"Answer\",\n        \"text\":\"Ideally an ericaceous substrate, light yet rich, with good drainage. Water when the top layer starts to dry, keeping the substrate slightly moist but never waterlogged. Avoid both complete drying 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 winter through spring, with red-and-white double blooms. In the ground it can reach 2.5–3.5 m in height; in pots it stays smaller, depending on pot size and pruning.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\":\"Question\",\n      \"name\":\"Is it suitable for a balcony pot?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\":{\n        \"@type\":\"Answer\",\n        \"text\":\"Yes, it is a very good choice for balconies and terraces with bright partial shade. It needs a pot with good drainage, acidic substrate and some protection from hard frost or very hot midday sun.\"\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 'Giordano Santorelli' 15cm\",\n      \"item\":\"https:\/\/green-leaf.gr\/en-eu\/products\/camellia-giordsantorel15cmen\"\n    }\n  ]\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Greenleaf Garden Center","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56120802017628,"sku":"CamelGiordSantorel15cm","price":10.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2962\/3312\/files\/Camellia-_Giordano-Santorelli_1.jpg?v=1764682026","url":"https:\/\/green-leaf.gr\/en-eu\/products\/camellia-giordsantorel15cmen","provider":"Greenleaf Garden Center","version":"1.0","type":"link"}