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Camellia japonica 'CM Hovey'
CM Hovey Camellia
The Camellia japonica 'CM Hovey', or CM Hovey Camellia, is a graceful evergreen shrub renowned for its abundant, perfectly formed, semi-double, deep pink blooms with a touch of rose tones. Flowering from late winter to early spring, it adds timeless elegance and vibrant colour to gardens during the cooler months. Its glossy, dark green foliage forms a dense and upright habit, making it ideal for hedges, borders, or as a feature plant.
This hardy and long-lived camellia thrives in a variety of climates, offering year-round greenery and seasonal brilliance.
Specifications
- Height2 to 4 metres
- Width1.5 to 3 metres
- Native toJapan
- FoliageGlossy, dark green leaves; evergreen
- Growth rateSlow to moderate
Conditions
- SoilPrefers well-drained, slightly acidic soils enriched with organic matter
- LightPartial shade to filtered sunlight; tolerates full sun with adequate moisture
- WaterModerate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
- ClimateThrives in temperate and subtropical regions
Additional Features
- FlowersSemi-double, deep pink blooms in late winter to early spring
- UsesPerfect for hedges, borders, containers, or as a feature plant
- SpacingPlant 1 to 1.5 metres apart for dense hedges or 2 to 3 metres for individual displays
- Low MaintenanceRequires light pruning after flowering to maintain shape and encourage blooms
- Pest ResistanceGenerally pest-free with proper care
- Seasonal AppealStriking flowers in winter and early spring; evergreen foliage provides year-round beauty
- VersatilityComplements formal, cottage, and Japanese-style gardens
The CM Hovey Camellia is a classic and elegant shrub, perfect for adding colour, structure, and charm to gardens and landscapes.
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Prepared 24 August 2026