Camellia japonica 'Ville de Nantes'

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 8'-12'
W: 8'-12'

planting zones

7a-9b

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Camellia japonica 'Ville de Nantes' plant details

Camellia japonica 'Ville de Nantes' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In winter flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Camellia japonica 'Ville de Nantes'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: theaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 FT - 12 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Camellia japonica 'Ville de Nantes'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An old cultivar, the flowers are quite something, with upright, heavily fringed petals of strong red, with some white blotches, in semi-double form, and medium size. A mid to late season bloomer.