{"product_id":"camellia-jap-black-lace-9-litre-pot","title":"Camellia Jap. Black Lace 9 Litre Pot","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1om8sqn\" data-start=\"312\" data-end=\"404\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"315\" data-end=\"404\"\u003eCamellia japonica ‘Black Lace’ – Dramatic Dark Red Camellia with Velvet Double Blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"406\" data-end=\"784\"\u003eCamellia japonica \u003cstrong data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"440\"\u003e‘Black Lace’\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most dramatic and sophisticated camellias available, producing sumptuous formal double flowers in exceptionally deep crimson-red, so dark they often appear almost black in certain light. Flowering from late winter through to spring, this striking variety brings luxurious colour and elegance to the garden when it is needed most.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003eThe perfectly formed blooms are composed of layer upon layer of velvety petals, creating a beautifully symmetrical, rose-like flower. Their rich, almost black-red colouring contrasts magnificently with the glossy dark green evergreen foliage, making each bloom stand out with remarkable intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003eIts naturally upright, bushy habit makes ‘Black Lace’ an outstanding specimen shrub for woodland gardens, acid-loving borders, and sheltered courtyards. It also performs exceptionally well in large containers, where its dramatic flowers can be admired at close quarters.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003eBeyond its stunning floral display, the dense evergreen foliage provides valuable year-round structure and a handsome backdrop for other shade-loving plants. Hardy, reliable, and long-lived, this camellia becomes increasingly floriferous as it matures.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1839\"\u003eThriving in partial shade, it prefers moist, humus-rich, acidic, well-drained soil. A sheltered position protected from cold, drying winds and early morning winter sun helps preserve flower buds and extends the flowering season.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"2024\"\u003eElegant, richly coloured, and full of character, Camellia japonica \u003cstrong data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"1924\"\u003e‘Black Lace’\u003c\/strong\u003e is a superb choice for gardeners seeking one of the darkest and most luxurious flowering camellias.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2029\"\u003e \u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1m1v50\" data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2062\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2062\"\u003eSeasonal Beauty \u0026amp; Growth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1scsrhx\" data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2078\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2068\" data-end=\"2078\"\u003eWinter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2079\" data-end=\"2143\"\u003eFlower buds swell, promising an impressive early spring display.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 data-section-id=\"d3tbrf\" data-start=\"2145\" data-end=\"2171\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2171\"\u003eLate Winter–Spring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2172\" data-end=\"2253\"\u003eLarge formal double flowers open in deep crimson-red, almost black in appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 data-section-id=\"nsdb2v\" data-start=\"2255\" data-end=\"2269\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2259\" data-end=\"2269\"\u003eSummer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2270\" data-end=\"2340\"\u003eGlossy evergreen foliage provides structure and a rich green backdrop.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 data-section-id=\"lxfr74\" data-start=\"2342\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2346\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003eAutumn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2433\"\u003eThe dense evergreen canopy remains attractive while new flower buds develop.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"2435\" data-end=\"2438\"\u003e \u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1l87vj3\" data-start=\"2440\" data-end=\"2478\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2478\"\u003eWhy Grow Camellia 'Black Lace'?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2757\"\u003e✔ Luxurious deep crimson to near-black double flowers\u003cbr data-start=\"2533\" data-end=\"2536\"\u003e✔ Flowers from late winter into spring\u003cbr data-start=\"2574\" data-end=\"2577\"\u003e✔ Glossy evergreen foliage all year round\u003cbr data-start=\"2618\" data-end=\"2621\"\u003e✔ Outstanding specimen shrub or container plant\u003cbr data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"2671\"\u003e✔ Long-lived and easy to maintain\u003cbr data-start=\"2704\" data-end=\"2707\"\u003e✔ One of the darkest flowering camellias available\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"2759\" data-end=\"2762\"\u003e \u003ch2 data-section-id=\"rtzfbh\" data-start=\"2764\" data-end=\"2782\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2767\" data-end=\"2782\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"2784\" data-end=\"2916\"\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"1n23nsk\" data-start=\"2784\" data-end=\"2802\"\u003eWoodland gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"5n88o0\" data-start=\"2803\" data-end=\"2824\"\u003eAcid-loving borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"60jsnv\" data-start=\"2825\" data-end=\"2843\"\u003eFeature planting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"1mee5vm\" data-start=\"2844\" data-end=\"2868\"\u003eLarge patio containers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"19f8x4t\" data-start=\"2869\" data-end=\"2893\"\u003eJapanese-style gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"7mibei\" data-start=\"2894\" data-end=\"2916\"\u003eSheltered courtyards\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"2918\" data-end=\"2921\"\u003e \u003ch2 data-section-id=\"tv5n4b\" data-start=\"2923\" data-end=\"2951\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2926\" data-end=\"2951\"\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2953\" data-end=\"3045\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2953\" data-end=\"2966\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade or dappled shade; avoid early morning sun on frozen flower buds.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"3047\" data-end=\"3102\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3047\" data-end=\"3056\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, humus-rich, acidic, well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"3104\" data-end=\"3157\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3104\" data-end=\"3118\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully hardy throughout most of the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"3159\" data-end=\"3280\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3159\" data-end=\"3172\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during establishment and dry spells. Use rainwater where possible where soils are alkaline.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"3282\" data-end=\"3382\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3282\" data-end=\"3294\"\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightly prune after flowering if required to maintain shape or remove damaged branches.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"3384\" data-end=\"3451\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3384\" data-end=\"3402\"\u003eUltimate Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"3417\" data-end=\"3425\"\u003e2–3m\u003c\/strong\u003e tall and \u003cstrong data-start=\"3435\" data-end=\"3445\"\u003e2–2.5m\u003c\/strong\u003e wide.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"3453\" data-end=\"3456\"\u003e \u003ch2 data-section-id=\"czrjq\" data-start=\"3458\" data-end=\"3481\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3461\" data-end=\"3481\"\u003eLooks Great With\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"3483\" data-end=\"3577\"\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"jmm8st\" data-start=\"3483\" data-end=\"3500\"\u003ePieris japonica\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"aoek9a\" data-start=\"3501\" data-end=\"3515\"\u003eRhododendron\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"1wetzwa\" data-start=\"3516\" data-end=\"3524\"\u003eAzalea\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"fjhhkw\" data-start=\"3525\" data-end=\"3540\"\u003eAcer palmatum\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"1oqa1wg\" data-start=\"3541\" data-end=\"3559\"\u003eSkimmia japonica\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"13wt4kx\" data-start=\"3560\" data-end=\"3577\"\u003eFatsia japonica\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"3579\" data-end=\"3813\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eCamellia japonica \u003cstrong data-start=\"3597\" data-end=\"3613\"\u003e‘Black Lace’\u003c\/strong\u003e is an exceptional evergreen shrub, combining velvety near-black crimson flowers with glossy evergreen foliage to create one of the most dramatic and elegant displays of any spring-flowering camellia.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grasslands Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56954389135686,"sku":"172875","price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.grasslands.co.uk\/products\/camellia-jap-black-lace-9-litre-pot","provider":"Grasslands Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}