Camellia japonica 'Silver Waves'

Description

Abundant, large, silvery white blooms with yellow stamens make a delightful contrast to the glossy, dark green leaves. A valued plant in the milder regions of the U.S. Mid season bloomer. Evergreen.

Application/Use

Border, Container, Espalier, Mass Planting, Woodland Garden. A must for Asian or woodland garden settings under large, old shade trees with filtered canopies. Plant as a backdrop in mixed beds or as a foundation plant in high visibility areas. Dress up a wall or garage as a shrub or train as an espalier for a formal look. Companion Plants The beautiful silvery white blooms of Silver Waves pair with a huge assortment of perennials, shrubs and trees. Combine with the lovely purple blooms and foliage of Coral Bells, Astilbe, and Azalea. For those shady beds close to your outdoor patios, create a moonlight garden with white blooming Astilbe, Hydrangea, and Gardenia. Provide some filtered shade with small stature, white blooming trees like Apple Serviceberry, and Flowering Pear.

Care/Maintenance

Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Provide well drained soil, rich in organic matter. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch.