Bought this plant 4 years ago and the last year it has yellowing leaves, they then turn brown and drop off. I am about to plant it in a raised bed. Any suggestions on what would help it please?
If it isn't fed regularly, then this will likely be the issue. Planting may be the better option.
These articles will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/camellia/camellia-fertilizer-info.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/camellia/caring-for-camellias.htm
Hi there! I re-planted some established Sasanquas into a shady spot in our garden which lost most of their leaves over the winter and became wirey (I live in Sydney, Australia so its not a particularly cold winter). 2 weeks ago,I replaced the wiry Sasanquas with some larger/more established camellias (2x Japonica and 1x Sasanqua, red arrows in photos)which have been replanted in the same spot. Today I noticed that the leaves have just started to curl. They are planted next to 3x established Japonicas which get a little bit more sun and are doing well. This time, I planted them in with a mixture of compost, cow manure mixture & peat moss to help the soil with nutrients & drainage. I also read that the Japonicas should do better in the shade. Is there anything else I can do to help these plants re-establish themselves in their new spot? Thanks in advance for any tips/advice!
Yes, make sure to only water when they NEED it.d This means letting the soil dry thoroughly down to about 2 or 3 inches before watering again. This article will give you more information on their care: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/camellia/caring-for-camellias.htm
My three year old camellias will not bloom. They gave 2-3 blooms last year near the soil, then faded. The plant appears to be healthy; 25 inches high, but seems stunted. No blooms this year. Have added acidic fertilizer to no avail. Thinking about moving them; they get full sun around 7 hours a day. Is this the problem?
Camelias need part shade, like morning sun and afternoon shade or filtered sun all day. They may be stressed. Here are more reasons they might not bloom:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/camellia/camellias-wont-bloom.htm
Leave outside to get cool? If so how long and how cold. Alabama.
You may have some blight or sunscald going on with the leaves. Attached are management tips.
You are in planting zone 7 which is on the edge of the hardiness zone. I think I would overwinter it in a cool place such as an unheated garage and keep it from freezing. Water it occasionally over the winter.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep558#FIGURE%205
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/camellia/caring-for-camellias.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/camellia/growing-camellia-in-a-pot.htm
The site in in Tennessee zone 7. Camellia is in a pot and the butterfly bush is in the woods.
This is best done, either, in early Spring or Autumn. Now will be a little too late to do so, but a Spring transplant will be perfect. Just do this as the soil warms, and growth starts.
These articles will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/butterfly-bush/tips-for-transplanting-a-butterfly-bush.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/camellia/camellia-transplanting-tips.htm
I just bought a camelia but would like to keep in a pot in doors for the winter. Is that ok?
You are in zone 7a so if you wanted to plant it outdoors, you could. (They are hardy in zones 7-9) If you leave it indoors, keep it away from heating vents and place it in the coolest part of the house. They need acidic, well-drained soil so be sure to use that if you repot.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/camellia/caring-for-camellias.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/plants-for-winter-interest.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/camellia/growing-camellia-in-a-pot.htm
I am taking a Yuletide Camellia from its existing pot and planting it in my yard
Plant Camellia sasanqua 'Yuletide' in soil that is acidic and well-draining. You can test the acidic level before planting. Ideally pH should be between 6 and 6.5. Be sure to add compost to the site before planting to loosen the soil and add nutrients.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/camellia/caring-for-camellias.htm