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Camelliasinensis

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Camellia sinensis by thequietearth
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Family
Theaceae (tee-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Camellia (kuh-MEE-lee-a)
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Species
sinensis (sy-NEN-sis)
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Synonym
Height

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Spacing
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
Hardiness
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Sun Exposure
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Bloom Color
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Bloom Time
N/A
Foliage
White/Near White
Other Details
Other details
Late Summer/Early Fall
Mid Fall
Late Fall/Early Winter
Propagation Methods
Grown for foliage
Evergreen
Textured
Seed Collecting

Unknown - Tell us

Category
From softwood cuttings
From seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse
Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Foliage Color

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Bloom Characteristics

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Water Requirements

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Where to Grow
Shrubs
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Indian Trail, North Carolina

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