Japanese Camellia 'Nuccio's Gem' / Camellia japonica Nuccio's Gem

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Japanese Camellia 'Nuccio's Gem'

Plant grown in 4 liters pot - Height of plant: 40/60 cm

Author: Planfor
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Japanese Camellia 'Nuccio's Gem'

Plant grown in 1,3 liter pot - Height of plant: 30/40 cm (12/16").

Author: Planfor
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Japanese Camellia 'Nuccio's Gem'

Plant grown in 4 liters pot - Height of plant: 40/60 cm

Japanese Camellia 'Nuccio's Gem'

Plant grown in 4 liters pot - Height of plant: 50/70 cm

Japanese Camellia 'Nuccio's Gem'

Author: Planfor
Date: 15/03/2011
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Japanese Camellia 'Nuccio's Gem'

Geographic origins: California.
Discovered by: Nuccio's Nursery, 1965.
Adult dimensions: Height up to 1,5 metre, width up to 1,5 metre.
Foliage: Evergreen, shiny green.
Type of soil: Not chalky and well drained.
Hardiness: Hardy to -15°C.
Exposure: Partial shade or full sun, sheltered from cold winds.

Properties and uses:
The Japanese Camellia 'Nuccio's Gem' has very beautiful shiny green foliage that bears perfectly formed pure white flowers. Flowering occurs from March through to May. To increase the number of flowers from year to year, it is a good idea to water the Japanese Camellia from April through to September. The Camellia 'Nuccio's Gem' is very tolerant of pruning once the flowering period is over.
The Japanese Camellia 'Nuccio's Gem' is happy either planted as a lone specimen in the garden or in a border with other peat loving plants. Avoid exposure to cold winds. It is also very beautiful when grown in a pot or planter on your balcony against either a trellis or a wall.