Do camellias bloom all year round?
This article introduces whether camellias bloom all year round and related experience in flowering plant cultivation, specifically the introduction of camellias that bloom in all seasons. The following is a detailed introduction for you.
Four-season camellias can bloom all year round, which is not possible for ordinary camellias.
Four-season camellias are a new variety bred from the main parent Camellia japonica through artificial hybridization, capable of blooming in all seasons. Common varieties include Xia Meng Wen Qing, Xia Ri Qi Xin, Xia Meng Xiao Xuan, and Xia Meng Yan Ping.
Four-season camellias have various flower forms such as single-petal, double-petal, and semi-double-petal. They generally start blooming in summer, enter full bloom when the weather cools down in autumn and winter, and can continue to bloom until spring if properly cared for. They are deeply loved by flower enthusiasts. However, they can bloom all year round in areas south of the Yangtze River, while it is more difficult in northern regions.
Next, let's discuss the home care methods and precautions for camellias.
Use fertile and loose soil
Potted camellias require fertile, loose, well-draining, and slightly acidic soil rich in organic matter. For home cultivation, a mixture of decomposed leaf soil, garden soil, sandy soil, and base fertilizer can be used. Beginners are recommended to purchase special camellia planting soil directly for convenience. Replace the soil every 2-3 years to provide continuous nutrient supply and promote growth.
Do camellias bloom all year round?
Keeping the cultivation temperature appropriate
An environmental temperature of around 18-25°C can promote the growth and blooming of camellias. Although camellias have a certain degree of cold resistance, potted camellias should be moved to an indoor environment with constant temperature and humidity in winter.
Semi-shaded flowers, growing in the shade
Camellias prefer a cool and semi-shaded environment. During the bud differentiation stage, camellias can be placed in a well-ventilated area with scattered light to promote growth. However, shade protection is necessary during the high temperatures of summer.