Camellia japonica ‘Black Magic’
A unique camellia with deep red blooms.

Camellia Black Magic is an upright, medium-sized, evergreen shrub with glossy, small dark green, holly-like foliage. In Winter, the plant is covered in semi-double dark velvet red blooms. Prune after flowering, in late Winter, to desired height and shape, as this will encourage a bushy growth habit. Moderate water requirements once established but will require deep soaking in the peak of summer as this will benefit the plant. Prefers to be grown in humus-rich soil which is well-draining.

Position: Part shade – full shade
Height: 2-4m
Width: 2-4m

Garden Uses:

• Tall hedge

• Feature plant

• Potted into larger containers

• Formal gardens

• Japanese gardens

• Espalier

Planting Tips: 

Make sure to prepare the soil prior to planting. Mixing in a bag of well-aged animal manure or compost can help to conditions and revitalise tired soil. Make sure to blend with pre-existing soil, mixing together thoroughly. Once the soil has been prepare, dig a hole which is wider, but not deeper, than what the original size of the pot the plant has come in. Position the plant in the hole and backfill any gasp with the excess soil. Give the plant a deep soaking of water to help settle the roots.

If planting into a pot make sure that the container chosen is large enough for the plant being planted. Never pot a plant into a container which is too small. Use a premium quality potting mix as this has all the added fertilisers and wetting agents required for having a healthy plant.

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• Compost and Manures

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