Camellia japonica – Japanese Camellia
Original price was: ₹899.00.₹249.00Current price is: ₹249.00.
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Camellia japonica – Japanese Camellia
Here’s a complete care guide for Camellia japonica – Japanese Camellia 🌸:
🌿 Overview
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Botanical Name: Camellia japonica
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Common Name: Japanese Camellia
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Family: Theaceae
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Type: Evergreen flowering shrub
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Origin: Japan, China, Korea
☀️ Light
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Prefers bright, indirect light or morning sun with afternoon shade.
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Avoid harsh midday sun — it can scorch the leaves and buds.
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In cooler regions, it can tolerate more sunlight.
🌡️ Temperature & Humidity
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Ideal temperature: 15–25°C.
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Protect from frost and extreme heat.
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Likes moderate to high humidity; mist leaves or use a humidity tray if air is dry.
💧 Watering
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Keep soil consistently moist, but not soggy.
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Water when the top 2–3 cm of soil feels dry.
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Use rainwater or filtered water if possible (Camellias dislike hard water).
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Avoid waterlogging — roots rot easily.
🌱 Soil
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Needs acidic, well-draining soil.
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Ideal pH: 5.5–6.5.
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Best mix: equal parts peat moss, pine bark, and perlite or use azalea/rhododendron potting mix.
🌸 Fertilizer
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Feed once a month during the growing season (spring to early autumn) with an acid-loving plant fertilizer.
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Stop feeding during late autumn and winter while buds develop.
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Avoid over-fertilizing; excess salts can burn roots.
✂️ Pruning
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Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or weak branches.
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Avoid pruning late in the season — it may remove next year’s flower buds.
🪴 Repotting
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Repot every 2–3 years in spring after flowering.
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Use fresh acidic potting mix.
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Choose a slightly larger pot each time with good drainage.
🐛 Common Problems Camellia japonica – Japanese Camellia
| Problem | Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow leaves | Alkaline soil or overwatering | Check pH and adjust soil; improve drainage |
| Bud drop | Low humidity, root stress, or sudden temp changes | Keep conditions stable; mist leaves |
| Leaf burn | Too much direct sunlight | Provide partial shade |
| Scale insects / aphids | Pests on leaves | Wipe with neem oil or insecticidal soap |
🌼 Flowering Tips
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Blooms from late winter to early spring.
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Keep plant cool and bright during bud formation.
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Avoid moving the plant once buds form — it may cause them to drop.
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