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Camellia japonica 'Night Rider'
Attractive erect shrub with a slow growing habit. Lustrous leathery dark green leaves which emerge dark bronze. Stems and roots of this plant are burgundy red. Very dark red semi-double flowers in late spring appear along the branches. Very hardy though thrives in good loamy soil that does not get too dry. Prefers a semi-shaded sheltered site.
Genus
Camellia
Species
japonica
Cultivar
'Night Rider'
Common name
Camellia
Family name
Theaceae
Place of origin
Asia
DETAILS
Height
2 m
Width
2 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Needs well drained soil / Prefer good loamy soil
Moisture
Prefers even soil moisture
Exposure
Frost hardy / Grows in sun or semi-shade
Enthusiast / Immaculate / Paradise / Sanctuary / Texture
Shrubs
Category
Medium, height between 1.5 to 3 metres
Availability
We have this currently available in a POT 3.5 container.
Ask for it at your retailer.
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