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      Specialist Growers Of Camellias & Azaleas Since 1939

      • Est 1939 - Long History Of Quality
      • Expert Gardening Advice
      • Specialising In Camellias And Azaleas
      • Wide Range Of Plants
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      Camellia Grove Nursery, located in Glenorie, NSW, is a renowned family-owned business specializing in the cultivation and sale of premium camellias, azaleas, and rhododendrons. Established in 1939 and spanning three generations, the nursery combines deep horticultural expertise with a passion for quality, offering both retail and wholesale services.

      Over the six decades the nursery was at St Ives, it earned a fine reputation not only for its quality plants, but as a tourist destination for people from all over the world.

      Camellias are natives of China and Japan where they grow in a variety of microclimates. Whilst many varieties prefer to grow in semi-shade and bloom to perfection if direct morning winter sun is avoided, many varieties will tolerate a sunny position. Through hybridisation and careful research, camellias have been bred to adapt well to culture throughout Australia.

      There are 7 different variations that can impact where the different camellias and azaleas will thrive:Full Sun Semi Shade Shade Morning Sun Pots Coastal Fragrant Please visit our website for the cultural requirements for your new purchases as proper planting and after care of your plants will give you much pleasure when you are rewarded year after year with a wonderful garden in bloom.

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      Are there any pests or diseases to look out for?

      Camellias are very disease and insect resistant plants and if proper cultural care is taken, they may never need you to do more than feed and water them. Some plants may be attacked by scale or mites. These pests can be a threat as they suck the plant juices and interfere with normal growth patterns. Enquire at your local nursery before spraying and always take some leaves with you.


      How much water is needed?

      Camellias should be moist at all times - but caution should be taken against their being WET at all times. Too much water, too often will cut off oxygen around the root zone and encourage root rot and the consequent death of the plant. During flowering, heavily budded trees should be soaked once a week. Smaller plants and plants in tubs will require relatively little water during this time. spring and summer watering should be increased to promote healthy new growth.


      What needs to be kept in mind when planting?

      Deep planting will set back the surface-rooting camellia and must be avoided. This is a major cause of unhealthy plants and promotes root rot. Soak the plant before removing it from the container. Ease out any roots that are starting to circle the pot. You need to Ensure top of the potted plant's soil is level with existing soil, if not the plant will be too deeply planted and will need to be lifted out and more soil added to the base of the hole.


      When is the best time to fertilise?

      Fertilising should begin with the first signs of new growth, even though the plant may still be blooming. Feed regularly during the growing season; September, December and February with a liquid fertiliser such as Aquasol. It is important to water ground well before and after applying fertiliser. Apply Osmocote Plus as a six-month slow release fertiliser in spring and autumn. Care should be taken to not overfeed as this can considerably impede the plant's development.


      What kind of soil do these plants suit?

      Provide a rich, light loam well supplied with humus. The necessity for adequate humus is stressed. The average Sydney soil is rather deficient in this very important ingredient. (ph 5.0 to 6.0) Friable but spent garden soil should be enriched by mixing in about a third of its bulk of compost free from lime. Heavy clay soil can be broken down by the addition of gypsum and organic matter, and sandy soil should be improved by the addition of generous quantities of humus.


      Is it important to prune?

      Pruning your camellias from a young age is we, believe, of great importance to their successful cultivation. Pruning to allow air movement through the plant and to retain an open, branching framework will result in more manageable, healthier specimens, which will reward the grower year after year.