Camellia Yapoutca 
WHERE TO PLANT 
Even though Camellias can and are being successfully grown in full sun, the best ex- 
posure is filtered shade, (trees, lath, etc.) morning, or afternoon sun. If planting 
a Camellia in full sun it should be done in the winter months in order to allow the 
plant to become acclimated before summer heat. 
HOW TO PLANT 
Dig a hole at least twice as deep and twice as big around as the size of the container 
or ball of the plant. Add 1/3 peat moss or leaf mold to soil taken from hole and mix 
thoroughly. If soil is heavy (clay or adobe) use at least 50% peat moss or leaf mold. 
Fill the hole with sufficient amount of mixed soil so that after firming, the top of the 
plant ball will set at least one inch above the surrounding area. NEVER PLANT TOO 
DEEP. After setting plant in hole fill with the mixed soil and pack firmly. Make a 
basin around the plant and give it a thorough watering to settle soil. Place about one 
inch of peat moss in basin for mulch. 
WATERING 
Do not allow plants to become dry, and more important, never keep soil sogey wet. 
Either condition can cause buds to drop or loss of plant. Always bear in mind that 
a Camellia likes to be kept reasonably moist, but also requires good drainage. 
FERTILIZING 
Camellias should be fertilized during the summer growing months, starting as early 
as March and not later than August. Three feedings in this period is sufficient, i.e., 
April, June and August. Space feedings at least 30 days apart. Any of the better 
known acid fertilizers may be used; preferably cottonseed meal. For amount follow 
directions on package. NEVER OVER-FERTILIZE. 
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