{"product_id":"camellia-japonica-buttons-and-bows-20cm-pot","title":"Camellia Japonica Buttons And Bows - 20cm Pot","description":"\u003cimg alt=\"click and collect only\" height=\"55\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0453\/6601\/8210\/files\/CNC_SP_Banner.png?v=1644031012\" width=\"480\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eCamellia x williamsii ‘Buttons \u0026amp; Bows’ is a charming evergreen camellia prized for its beautifully formal double flowers and naturally compact, bushy growth habit. Combining the best qualities of its Williamsii and Japonica heritage, this elegant flowering shrub offers abundant blooms, glossy green foliage and excellent garden performance. It is equally at home as a feature plant, medium hedge or statement container specimen.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nFrom late autumn through winter and into spring, ‘Buttons \u0026amp; Bows’ produces masses of perfectly formed double flowers. Each bloom features crisp white petals edged with deep pink, creating a striking two-tone effect that stands out beautifully against the rich green foliage. The flowers are produced generously across the plant, providing valuable colour and interest during the cooler months when many other plants are dormant.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nIts naturally dense and compact habit makes ‘Buttons \u0026amp; Bows’ an excellent choice for smaller gardens, courtyards and formal garden settings. It can be grown as an attractive specimen shrub, clipped into a flowering hedge or displayed in large decorative pots. The glossy evergreen foliage provides year-round structure and makes a beautiful backdrop for the spectacular flowers.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nMature size: approximately 2–3 metres high × 1–2 metres wide\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare \u0026amp; Growing Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nPlant Camellia ‘Buttons \u0026amp; Bows’ in full sun to part shade. Best results are generally achieved in a lightly shaded position protected from strong winds and hot afternoon sun.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nPrefers fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Slightly acidic soil conditions are ideal for healthy growth and flowering.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nWater regularly during establishment and maintain consistent soil moisture, particularly during dry periods. Avoid waterlogged conditions.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nApply a quality fertiliser suitable for camellias in spring after flowering and again in mid to late summer if required.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nMulch with a 5cm layer of quality organic mulch to help conserve moisture and improve soil health, keeping mulch clear of the trunk.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nPrune lightly in early spring after flowering to maintain shape and encourage dense growth.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nTolerates cool conditions and light frost once established.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n– Feature flowering shrubs\u003cbr\u003e\r\n– Evergreen hedging and screening\u003cbr\u003e\r\n– Pots and container growing\u003cbr\u003e\r\n– Courtyards and small gardens\u003cbr\u003e\r\n– Formal garden designs\u003cbr\u003e\r\n– Winter and spring colour displays\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Warran Glen Garden Centre \u0026 Cafe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48946838798587,"sku":"gpncjbab20","price":42.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0453\/6601\/8210\/files\/20570_27144_64785693768fa7.94267082_5C5A2ABA-CDF4-49E4-850F-72299B33D37F.jpg?v=1780635753","url":"https:\/\/warranglen.com.au\/products\/camellia-japonica-buttons-and-bows-20cm-pot","provider":"Warran Glen Garden Centre \u0026 Cafe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}