Camellia japonica 'Nuccios Jewel'

Camellia japonica 'Nuccios Jewel' Bring timeless elegance to your garden with Camellia japonica 'Nuccio's Jewel', one of the most admired japonica camellias for its spectacular large, formal double blooms. The exquisite flowers feature crisp white petals delicately edged with soft pink, creating a refined display from late winter through spring when colour is often scarce in the garden. Its glossy, deep green evergreen foliage provides year-round structure, while its upright, bushy growth habit makes it an outstanding choice for feature planting, hedging, screening and large decorative pots. With its elegant flowers and lush foliage, 'Nuccio's Jewel' is equally at home in formal gardens, cottage gardens and woodland settings. A hardy and long-lived shrub, Camellia japonica 'Nuccio's Jewel' performs exceptionally well in the cooler months and thrives in the humid conditions of Southeast Queensland when planted in a protected position. **Minimum purchase of 3 x 200mm pots required** Position 'Nuccios Jewel' thrives in partial shade to full sun, making it a versatile choice for various garden settings, including shaded garden beds, woodland gardens, and even sunny spots with protection from harsh afternoon sun. It performs best in cool to temperate climates with well-drained, acidic soil enriched with organic matter. Protecting it from strong winds will help maintain its delicate blooms and foliage. Growth This moderately fast-growing camellia reaches a mature height of 2-4 meters with a spread of about 1–1.5 meters. Its upright, bushy growth habit and soft pink flowers make it ideal for creating privacy screens, hedges, or as a standout specimen plant in garden borders and mixed plantings. Planting Guide Camellia japonica 'Nuccios Jewel' grows best in well-drained, acidic soil enriched with compost or organic matter. Spacing plants about 1–1.5 meters apart if using for hedging or screening. For container planting, use a high-quality acidic potting mix, and position the container in a spot with morning sun or dappled shade. Water thoroughly after planting, and apply a layer of mulch around the base to retain moisture and control weeds. Plant Care Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist, particularly during dry spells. 'Nuccios Jewel' benefits from a balanced, slow-release, acid-formulated fertiliser applied in spring to support growth and flowering. Lightly prune after flowering to shape the plant and remove any dead or damaged branches, promoting a fuller and healthier appearance. Mulching around the base helps to retain soil moisture and keep roots cool.