Camellia japonica 'Volunteer'

Hardy Shrub

FROM £39.99

Stunning large pink blooms with white edge that deepen with age

Glossy, evergreen foliage

Compact size suits large pots

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Choose available pack sizes:

1 x 15cm Potted Plants

£39.99

1 x 3 Litre Potted Plant

£59.99

Please note: This product cannot be delivered outside the United Kingdom.

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Camellia japonica 'Volunteer' is a very showy, large-flowered, double camellia with two-tone pink and white flowers that shift in colour intensity as they age. Plump buds open in mid to late winter revealing soft pink flowers frosted with white petal edges. As the flowers mature, the colour intensifies into a deeper rose-pink contrasting even more strongly with the white margins. Dark, glossy foliage cloaks this upright, evergreen shrub making a handsome specimen plant that provides year-round colour and interest. A superb choice for acid borders or patio containers. Height: 2.5m (8.2ft). Spread: 2m (6.5ft).

Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning arrival images are an indication only.

Plant Size Height Up to 2.5m (8.2ft)
Spread Up to 2m (6.5ft)

Hardiness & Longevity Hardy Shrub

Position In dappled shadeshade

Flowering Months Potting On Months Planting Out Months

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Codes
1 x 3 Litre Potted Plant (KF3577)
1 x 15cm Potted Plants (KH0526)

Camellia plants require a moist, well drained, acid soil in a sheltered, shaded position. In areas where acid soil does not naturally occur, grow Camellia plants in patio containers using a mix of ericaceous compost and John Innes No. 3 and position in dappled shade.

Water regularly until plants are fully established. Where possible, use rainwater as the lime contained in tap water will reduce the acidity in the soil over time. Feed Camellias occasionally with fertiliser for acid-loving plants. Protect plants from cold winter winds and strong early morning sunlight, as this may cause the buds to drop in early spring.

Camellias will appreciate an autumn mulch to protect their roots from winter cold. Camellias require little pruning other than to maintain their shape. Lightly trim stems and remove faded blooms immediately after flowering.

Seeds and garden supplies will normally be delivered within the time period stated against each product as detailed above. Plants, bulbs, corms, tubers, shrubs, trees, potatoes, etc. are delivered at the appropriate time for planting or potting on. Delivery times will be stated on the product page above, or in your order acknowledgement page and email.

Orders for packets of seed incur a delivery charge of £2.99.

Orders which include any other products will incur a delivery charge of £6.99.

Where an order includes both packets of seeds and other products, a maximum delivery charge of £7.99 will apply - regardless of the number of items ordered.

Large items may incur a higher delivery charge - this will be displayed in your shopping basket.

Please see our Delivery page for further details, and more information on different charges that may apply to certain destinations.

For more information on how we send your plants please visit our Helpful Guide on plant sizes.