Overview
Camellia 'Ashton's Pride' is a upright, spreading shrubs in the genus Camellia, part of the Theaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Camellia 'Ashton's Pride' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and acid pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include shrub borders, containers and woodland gardens.
About
Camellia 'Ashton's Pride' is an evergreen shrub cultivar of the Camellia genus, known for its upright, spreading habit and glossy, leathery oval leaves. It produces prominent flowers primarily in the early part of the year, offering interest in both winter and spring. This cultivar thrives in moist but well-drained, humus-rich acidic soil, ideally in partial shade and sheltered from cold, drying winds and early morning sun. Suitable for north, east, or west-facing positions, it is well suited to shrub borders, containers, and woodland gardens in the UK, with a hardiness rating of H5.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Camellia
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Camellia 'Ashton's Pride' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Upright, Spreading
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Shrub borders, Containers, Woodland gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Camellia 'Ashton's Pride'
- Propagation
- Semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Scale insects, Vine weevil
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus, Phytophthora root rot, Camellia gall, Camellia leaf blight, Camellia yellow mottle virus, Camellia petal blight
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Camellia 'Ashton's Pride'?
Camellia 'Ashton's Pride' prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Camellia 'Ashton's Pride' need?
Camellia 'Ashton's Pride' grows best in loam soil. It prefers acid soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Camellia 'Ashton's Pride' hardy in the UK?
Camellia 'Ashton's Pride' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Camellia 'Ashton's Pride'?
Semi-hardwood cuttings.
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