Camellia × williamsii
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| Genus | Camellia |
| Species | Camellia × williamsii |
| Cultivar group | × williamsii |
| Origin | Originally bred in Cornwall by J.C Williams. |
Camellia × williamsii is a cultivar group of hybrid evergreen shrubs that are derived from a crossing of Camellia saluenensis with Camellia japonica. It was originally bred in Cornwall by John Charles Williams.
More than 100 named cultivars have been bred.
The following cultivars have gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit:-
'Brigadoon'
'Citation'
'Debbie'
'Daintiness'
'La Sonnambula'
'Taylor's Perfection'
C. × williamsii is an excellent companion to other acid-loving woodland plants such as rhododendron. It grows best in acid soil, ph5.5-6.5, in a sunny or partially shaded, sheltered position. In areas with frost and cold winds, it should be positioned facing away from the morning sun, as the flower buds are easily damaged.
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