Camellia Night Rider

Camellia Night Rider is a unique hybrid Camellia with striking dark red to maroon flowers and distinctive dark green foliage. This evergreen shrub produces medium-sized, semi-double flowers in late winter to early spring, creating a dramatic and elegant display. The deep red flowers stand out beautifully against the dark green leaves, making it a true statement plant.

Ideal for borders, woodland gardens, and as a specimen plant, Camellia Night Rider thrives in partial shade to full shade, making it perfect for adding depth and colour to shaded garden areas. It prefers well-drained, acidic soil with consistent moisture to support its healthy growth and prolific flowering. This camellia is also well-suited for container gardening, offering versatility in placement around the garden or on patios and terraces. Space plants approximately 1.5 to 2 metres apart to ensure proper air circulation and room for growth.

When mature, Camellia Night Rider reaches a height and spread of about 2 to 3 metres. Its compact, upright growth habit and dark, dramatic flowers add structure and seasonal interest to garden landscapes. This striking camellia cultivar enhances any garden with its bold and beautiful blooms, providing a lush and vibrant display each late winter to early spring.

Trimming: Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth. Remove any dead or damaged branches to keep the plant healthy.

Deadheading: Remove spent flowers to promote new flowers and maintain a tidy appearance.

Fertilising: Apply a specialised camellia or acid-loving plant fertiliser in early spring and again in mid-summer. Avoid over-fertilising to prevent damage to the roots.

Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during the establishment phase and dry periods. Camellias prefer well-drained, acidic soil. Mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.

Pest Control: Watch for aphids, scale insects, and spider mites. Treat infestations with insecticidal soap or horticultural oil.

Disease Management: Be vigilant for signs of root rot, petal blight, and leaf gall. Ensure good air circulation, avoid overhead watering, and apply appropriate fungicides if necessary. Remove and dispose of any infected plant material responsibly.

Enjoy complimentary delivery anywhere in mainland New Zealand when you purchase plants worth $250 or more*.

For orders below $250, the following flat-rate delivery charges are applicable:

  • Urban delivery within mainland New Zealand: $19.95
  • Rural delivery within mainland New Zealand: $39.95
  • Waiheke, Chatham and Great Barrier Islands: Please contact us for shipping options. 

We aim to have all orders shipped within 14 days from the order date, unless a different shipping date is specified alongside a product.

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