Camellia japonica 'Hikarugenji'

Also Known As

Camellia 'Herme'
Camellia japonica 'Herme'
Camellia japonica Jordan's Pride

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-12'
W: 6'-12'

planting zones

7a-10a

Camellia japonica 'Hikarugenji' plant details

Camellia japonica 'Hikarugenji' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter pink, salmon and white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Camellia japonica 'Hikarugenji'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: theaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 12 FT - wide, 6 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: pink, salmon and white blooms in spring and winter
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, espalier, fragrant, screen, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Camellia japonica 'Hikarugenji'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10a
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Fragrant, semi-double flowers of salmon are variably painted with bright scarlet-pink and white: bright and festive but also durable, its presence in many older gardens is testament to that... a great Camellia. PSh/Med