{"product_id":"camellia-japonica-black-lace-9-litre-pot","title":"Camellia Japonica Black Lace18 Litre Pot","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"494\" data-end=\"571\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"571\"\u003eCamellia japonica ‘Black Lace’ – Deep Red Camellia with Velvety Blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"946\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"605\"\u003eCamellia japonica ‘Black Lace’\u003c\/em\u003e is an eye-catching evergreen shrub, admired for its large, semi-double to peony-form flowers in deep crimson-red with a velvety texture. Blooming from late winter through to spring, it creates a dramatic display against its glossy, dark green foliage. 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blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e – Large semi-double flowers with dramatic, dark colouring.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1496\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1496\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003eEvergreen\u003c\/strong\u003e – Glossy foliage provides year-round greenery.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1499\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1499\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003eEarly to mid-season flowering\u003c\/strong\u003e – Blooms reliably from late winter into spring.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1658\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1658\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1603\"\u003eCompact growth\u003c\/strong\u003e – Typically reaches 2–3m, ideal for smaller gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1659\" 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Perfect in pots with ericaceous compost on patios or entrances.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1986\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"1986\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"1937\"\u003eWoodland gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e – Thrives in dappled shade under taller trees.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"2059\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2059\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003eFormal planting\u003c\/strong\u003e – Works beautifully with other evergreen shrubs.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"2061\" data-end=\"2064\"\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"2066\" data-end=\"2086\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2086\"\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2464\"\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2179\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2179\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2106\"\u003eSun\/Position\u003c\/strong\u003e: Prefers partial shade; protect from harsh morning sun and cold winds.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2180\" data-end=\"2258\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2182\" data-end=\"2258\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2182\" data-end=\"2190\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Requires moist, acidic, well-drained soil or ericaceous compost.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2259\" data-end=\"2322\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2322\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2274\"\u003eHardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardy across the UK in sheltered conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2323\" data-end=\"2464\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2325\" data-end=\"2464\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2325\" data-end=\"2333\"\u003eCare\u003c\/strong\u003e: Water with rainwater where possible. Lightly prune after flowering to maintain shape. Mulch annually to conserve soil moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"2466\" data-end=\"2469\"\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"2471\" data-end=\"2495\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2475\" data-end=\"2495\"\u003eLooks Great With\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"2497\" data-end=\"2789\"\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2497\" data-end=\"2579\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2499\" data-end=\"2579\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2499\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003eRhododendrons and Azaleas\u003c\/strong\u003e – Share similar soil needs and flowering season.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2580\" data-end=\"2656\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2582\" data-end=\"2656\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2582\" data-end=\"2601\"\u003ePieris japonica\u003c\/strong\u003e – Adds contrast with delicate white or pink flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2657\" data-end=\"2713\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2659\" data-end=\"2713\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2659\" data-end=\"2679\"\u003eFerns and Hostas\u003c\/strong\u003e – Provide soft texture beneath.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2714\" data-end=\"2789\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2716\" data-end=\"2789\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2716\" data-end=\"2732\"\u003eSpring bulbs\u003c\/strong\u003e – Snowdrops, Crocus, or Daffodils add seasonal layers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"2791\" data-end=\"2794\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2796\" data-end=\"3053\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2796\" data-end=\"2828\"\u003eCamellia japonica ‘Black Lace’\u003c\/em\u003e is a dramatic and reliable camellia, combining velvety crimson blooms with glossy evergreen foliage. 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