Question From:
Pamela Forehan in Kings Park, melbourne VIC
Nature of problem:
sasanqua camellia didn’t flower at all this year. even though it was covered in flowers when purchased the year before.
Type of Plant (if known):
sasanqua camellia “Yuletide”
Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
plnat hs plenty of new growth and otherwise healthy.
Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
clay plus a bucket of compost added when planting.
How often do you water the plant:
once or twice a week in summer. when required in cooler months.
How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
plant facing easterly dierction. perhaps 5 hrs morning sunlight.
What type of plant is it:
plant looks otherwise healthy. just no flowers thiis year despite being covered in flowers when purchased.
How long since you planted it:
16 mths
Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
camellia food as instructed on pack.
Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
outdoors in sheltered position.
Is the plant in a pot or in the ground:
in the ground.
What other treatments have you given the plant:
dynamic lifter& seasol liquid monthly.
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Other Comments:
if problem is caused by too little light,could it survive being transplanted to a northerly position ? I already hava a “little gem” magnolia & a “port wine” magnolia in this position doing well.
Answer: If they get 5 hours sunlight, they should flower very well. Yuletide is a fabulous variety. Do not fertilise for a year or two and see how they go. All should be OK. Don