Camellia japonica ‘Australis’ features large, brilliant rose-red, peony-form blossoms, 4-5 in. wide (10-12 cm), opening to reveal a dazzling array of golden stamens.
FAMILY: Theaceae
BOTANICAL NAME: Camellia Japonica ‘Australis’
EXPOSURE: Partially shady place, where it can receive the sunrays during the coolest hours of the day.
WATERING: Quite frequent and regular, once a week, making sure to let the soil dry between waterings.
FERTILIZATION: Regular, using a fertilizer for acidophilic plants.