This is how the ornamental plant thrives

Where does the camellia stand best?

The ideal Location for a camellia it is rather cool, but frost-free, with high humidity and very bright. The Central European climate is therefore only suitable to a limited extent, but mild regions offer very good living conditions. A greenhouse that is cool in summer and frost-free in winter or a corresponding winter garden, if available, is ideal. A warm one living room on the other hand is completely unsuitable.

Which potting soil is suitable for camellias?

So that your camellia will thrive and during the Heyday stands there in full splendor, you should definitely pay attention to a suitable milieu of the soil. plants So put the camellia in a mixture of compost, deciduous or garden soil and peat. An alternative to this mixture is also suitable Rhododendron soil. Because just like the camellia, it prefers slightly acidic soil.

How often should I repot the camellia?

Do not repot your camellia too often, as this has a negative effect on flower formation. It is enough if you have a young plant about every two years realize, older plants are even rarer.

The material of your flower pot is less important to the camellia than its size. When repotting, always choose a slightly larger pot than before. That looks nicer and is more tolerable for the plant.

The essentials in brief:

• ideal location: bright, cool, with high humidity
• ideal soil: slightly acidic, slightly moist, well-drained
• suitable Potting soil: Rhododendron soil or a mixture of compost, leaf soil and peat
• Repot the young plant about every 2 years, older plants less often
• Do not move or turn while the buds and flowers are forming
• Frost free overwinter