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Bob Hope Camellia
The Bob Hope Camellia (Camellia japonica) is a multi-stemmed evergreen shrub famous for its exceptionally large, ruffled, deep-red semi-double flowers and a center of bright yellow golden stamens, giving the blooms a complex, rose-like texture. Beyond its winter and early spring floral display, the plant is highly valued for its dense, glossy dark green foliage, which provides year-round structure and texture in the landscape. It is commonly used as a focal point, a flowering privacy hedge, or an elegant addition to woodland gardens.
Botanical Name
Camellia japonica 'Bob Hope'
Also Known As
Japanese Camellia | Common Camellia | Red Camellia | 霍伯山茶 | 鲍伯霍伯山茶 | 包勃霍伯山茶
Specifications
Plant Type
Native From
USDA Zone
Light Needs
Watering Needs
Leaves
Life Cycle
Avg. Mature Size
Growth Rate
Bloom Time
Flower Color
Shrub
East Asia
7 - 9
Partial Shade
Regularly
Evergreen
Perennial
6'-12' Tall and 6'-10' Wide
Slow - Moderate
Late Winter - Mid Spring
Deep Crimson Red
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