camellia - Bennett`s Creek Nursery

CAMELLIA
Reference Guide
Flower Forms
Single
Semidouble
Anemone
Peony
Rose Form Double
Formal Double
Flower Size
Miniature – 2 1/2” or less; Small – 2 1/2” to 3”; Medium – 3” to 4”
Large – 4” to 5”; and Very Large – over 5”
Blooming Period
Early season – December to early January; Mid-season – January to
March; Late Season – March to May
Planting Instruction
1. Dig hole three times the width of container.
2. Prepare soil by mixing in peat or compost to create well-drained soil.
3. Remove container and place in hole so that top of root ball is slightly above ground level. (In poorly drained areas, plant in raised beds)
4. Replace soil. Tamp soil firmly to eliminate air pockets.
5. Form a 2” high soil berm around planting hole.
6. Immediately after planting. gently soak with water until saturated.
7. Add 2” layer of mulch. (Pine Straw recommended)
8. Continue to water throughout the season when soil becomes dry.
9. Apply a low rate of fertilizer (for acid loving plants) in spring.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
TERMS
Cash or check is required upon receipt of stock. While our regular terms
are cash, we will consider credit arrangements after a customer has dealt
with us for one full year. Our credit terms are as follows: A discount is
available if the invoice is paid within 10 days of the invoice date; after that
the terms are NET 30 DAYS. We send our statements at the end of every
month as a reminder with a 1.5% finance charge applied to any invoice
over 30 days. There is a $35.00 return check fee on all checks returned,
regardless of the reason.
DELIVERY
Minimum order for a delivery is $1,000.00 with a minimum order per variety
of (10) ten 1-gallons and (10) ten 3-gallons ($500 minimum for Hampton
Roads and Williamsburg delivery). All orders requiring delivery are shipped
in our own trucks which are equipped with shelves. ALL CUSTOMERS
ARE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE HELP UNLOADING TRUCKS. The
driver is there to assist you, but is not required to unload without assistance.
Cost of freight to your area is available upon request.
CLAIMS
All claims for any cause must be made immediately upon receipt of stock.
Bennett’s Creek Nursery exercises quality care in growing all plant material.
We give no warranty, expressed or implied, as to the growth or productivity
of the nursery stock we sell. Liability in all instances is limited to the
purchase price.
PLEASE CONTACT OUR SALES TEAM,
GO ONLINE TO WWW.BCNURSERY.COM
OR VISIT ONE OF OUR 5 LOCATIONS
FOR AVAILABILITY, PRICE AND SIZES
INTRODUCTION
At Bennett’s Creek Nursery, we strive to provide a full line of beautiful fall
and spring blooming, hardy camellias. All plants are propagated on their own
roots and container grown. Production techniques maximize branching, color,
and bud set. Your customers will appreciate the exceptional combination of
handsome evergreen foliage and colorful cool season blooms.
Our Spring Garden Series consists of japonicas and hybrids chosen for a
reliable combination of hardiness and exceptional flower qualities. As the
name implies, they flower during late winter and early spring. They perform
best in partial shade and protected from harsh winter winds. They prefer a
moist, yet well drained, slightly acid loam soil, rich in organic matter. On
average, this grouping of camellias is hardy throughout Zone 7 under these
conditions after proper acclimation. The April Series subgrouping within this
series is among the most hardy to Zone 6B under proper conditions (some
wind and sun protection). “April” refers to the anticipated bloom period in
their northern most range.
Our Fall Garden Series is a wide selection of sasanquas, hiemalis, and vernalis.
They perform best in full sun to partial shade and are frequently utilized
as screens or hedges. Contrary to popular belief, they are slightly less cold
hardy than their japonica cousins (Zone 7B through 9). Yet, their autumn
flowers are a welcome addition to any landscape when so few woodies are
in bloom.
Our Winter Garden Series is a selection of Dr. William Ackerman and Dr.
Clifford Park’s hardy fall blooming hybrids. They crossed exceptionally
cold hardy Camellia oleifera strains with various sasanquas. The result is a
hardier selection of fall bloomers for gardeners located as far north as Zone
6B. As is true with so many species of plants, these hybrids grow tougher
with age in regards to cold resistance. Established plants show less winter
injury than newly planted ones after arctic outbreaks. Spring planting is
recommended in colder climate zones.
As always, your questions and comments are welcome. At Bennett’s Creek
Nursery, your satisfaction is our goal. And we appreciate the opportunity to
serve you.
INDEX
Japonicas...........................................................................1-7
Adolphe Audusson, Agnes Rowell, April Dawn, April Kiss, April
Remembered, April Snow, April Tryst, Black Tie, Carter’s Sunburst,
Destiny, Governor Mouton, Grace Albritton, Harbor Lights, Jerry Hill,
Junie Lancaster, Kramer’s Supreme, Kumasaka, Lady Vansittart, Les
Marbury, Leucantha, Magnoliaflora, Man Size, Margaret Davis, Morning
Glow, Mrs. Lyman Clarke, Nuccio's Cameo, Nuccio’s Gem, Paulette
Goddard, Pink Perfection, Professor Charles S. Sargent, Rosehill Red,
Sea Foam, Silver Waves, Spring's Promise, Tom Knudsen, Tricolor Pink,
Victory White, Virginia Sunrise, White By The Gate, Yours Truly
Hybrids.............................................................................8-9
Artic Dawn, Buttons 'N Bows, Crimson Candles, Freedom Bell, High
Fragrance, Red Fellows, Spring Awakening, Taylor’s Perfection
Hiemalis............................................................................. 10
Kanjiro, Shishi-Gashira, Showa-No-Sakae, William Lanier Hunt
Sasanquas......................................................................11-13
Autumn Delight, Autumn Moon, Autumn Rocket, Bonanza, Cleopatra,
Daydream, Hana-Jiman, Maiden's Blush, Northern Lights, Our Linda,
Setsugekka, Yuletide
Sinensis.............................................................................. 13
Tea Plant (Large-leaf form), Tea Plant (Small-leaf form)
Hybrids.........................................................................14-15
Ashton's Ballet, Autumn Spirit, Snow Flurry, Survivor, Winter’s Interlude,
Winter's Peony, Winter’s Snowman, Winter’s Star
Other varieties available in limited quantities.
Please inquire about varieties not listed.
 - Specialties
 - Cold Hardy
JAPONICA
 21100
Adolphe Audusson - Dark Red
Large, semidouble flower form. Average, compact growth.
Blooms mid-season.
Average size - 8'h x 6'w
21125
Agnes Rowell - Red
Medium to large, semidouble flower form with ruffled petals
and occassional petaloids. Vigorous, compact, upright growth.
Blooms mid-season.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
 20155
April Dawn - Pink and White
 Medium, semidouble flower form.
Vigorous, upright growth.
 20160
April Kiss - Red
 Small, formal double flower form.
Compact, slow growth. Blooms mid to late season.
Average size - 7'h x 4'w
Blooms mid-season.
Average size - 7'h x 4'w
 20165
April Remembered - Cream shaded Pink
 Large, semidouble flower form. Vigorous, upright growth.
Blooms early to late season.
Average size - 7'h x 4'w
1
 20170
April Snow - White
 Medium, rose form double flower form. Compact, slow growth.
Blooms late season.
Average size - 7'h x 4'w
 20172
April Tryst - Bright Red
 Medium, anemone flower form.
Blooms mid-season.
Average size - 7'h x 4'w
Medium, upright growth. 21475
Black Tie - Dark Red
Miniature to small, formal double flower form. Average,
compact, upright growth. Blooms mid-season.
Average size - 7'h x 4'w
21650
Carter’s Sunburst - Pale Pink striped Deep Pink
Large, loose peony flower form. Average spreading growth.
Blooms early to late season.
Average size - 8'h x 6'w

21885
Destiny - Pale Pink striped Rose
Large, semidouble flower form. Average and somewhat
pendulous, upright growth. Blooms early to late season.
Average size - 8'h x 4'

22400
Governor Mouton - Red/White
Medium, semi-double to loose peony flower form. Slow,
spreading growth. Blooms mid-season.
Average size - 6'h x 5'w
2
22425
Grace Albritton - Light Pink w/ Deep Pink center & border
Miniature to small, formal double flower form. Vigorous,
upright growth. Blooms mid-season.
Average size - 8'h x 6'w
 22575
Harbor Lights - Red
Medium to large, anemone flower form. Average, upright
growth. Blooms early to mid-season.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
 22675
Jerry Hill - Rose Pink
Medium, formal double flower form. Average, dense, upright
growth. Blooms late season.
Average size - 8'h x 3'w
22710
Junie Lancaster - Deep Pink
Medium, anemone flower form. Average, upright growth.
Blooms early to mid-season.
Average size - 8'h x 6'w
22800
Kramer’s Supreme - Turkey Red
Large, full peony flower form. Vigorous, compact, upright
growth. Fragrant. Blooms mid-season.
Average size - 8'h x 6'w
 22825
Kumasaka - Rose Pink
Medium, rose form double to peony flower form. Vigorous,
compact growth. Blooms mid to late season.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
3
 22900
Lady Vansittart - White striped Rose Pink
Medium, semidouble flower form with broad, wavy-edged
petals. Slow, bushy growth with holly-like foliage. Blooms
mid to late season.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
 22925
Les Marbury - Pink and White striped Red
Small, formal double flower form. Vigorous, dense, upright
growth. Blooms mid-season.
Average size - 6'h x 4'w
 22950
Leucantha - White
Medium, semidouble flower form. Vigorous, compact, upright
growth. Blooms mid-season.
Average size - 8'h x 6'w
23075
Magnoliaeflora - Blush Pink
Medium, semidouble flower form. Average, compact growth.
Blooms mid-season.
Average size - 6'h x 4'w
23100
Man Size - White
Miniature, anemone flower form. Average, compact, upright
growth. Blooms mid-season.
Average size - 7'h x 3'w
23125
Margaret Davis - White edged Bright Pink
Medium, loose peony flower form. Average, upright growth.
Blooms early to mid-season.
Average size - 7'h x 4'w
4
23475
Morning Glow - White
Medium, formal double flower form. Vigorous, compact,
upright growth. Blooms early to mid-season.
Average size - 8'h x 6'w
23550
Mrs. Lyman Clarke - White shaded Orchid Pink
Medium, loose peony flower form. Average, compact, upright
growth. Blooms mid to late season.
Average size - 7'h x 4'w
23625
Nuccio’s Cameo - Light Coral Pink
Medium to large, formal double to rose form double flower form.
Average, compact upright growth. Blooms early/late season.
Average size - 7'h x 5'w
 23650
Nuccio’s Gem - White
Medium to large, formal double flower form. Vigorous,
compact, upright growth. Blooms early to mid-season.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
23750
Paulette Goddard - Dark Red
Medium, semidouble to loose peony flower form. Vigorous,
upright growth. Blooms mid to late season.
Average size - 8'h x 6'w
 23800
Pink Perfection - Shell Pink
Small, formal double flower form. Vigorous, upright growth.
Blooms early to late season.
Average size - 8'h x 6'w
5
 23825
Professor Charles S. Sargent - Dark Red
Medium, full peony flower form. Vigorous, compact, upright
growth. Blooms mid-season.
Average size - 8'h x 5'w
 23985
Rosehill Red - Red
Medium, semidouble flower form. Average, upright growth.
Mid-season bloomer.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
 24050
Sea Foam - White
Medium to large, formal double flower form. Vigorous, upright
growth. Blooms late season.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
24175
Silver Waves - White
Large, semidouble flower form with wavy petals. Vigorous,
bushy, upright growth. Blooms mid-season.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
 20660
Spring’s Promise - Rose Pink
Medium, single flower form with showy stamens. Average,
dense growth. Blooms early to mid-season.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
24500
Tom Knudsen - Dark Red with darker veining
Medium to large, rose form double to full peony flower form.
Vigorous, compact, upright growth. Blooms early to mid-season.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
6
 24625
Tricolor Pink (Siebold) - Pale Pink striped Rose
Medium, semidouble flower form. Vigorous, compact, upright
growth. Blooms mid-season.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
 20735
Victory White - White
Medium, semidouble to loose peony. Vigorous, upright
growth. Blooms mid-season.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
24285
Virginia Sunrise - Red with White splotches
Large semi-double to loose peony flower form. Vigorous,
upright growth. Blooms mid-season.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
24700
White By The Gates - White
Medium, formal double flower form. Average, upright growth.
Blooms mid-season.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
 24765
Yours Truly - Pink streaked Deep Pink & bordered White
Medium, semidouble flower form. Average, bushy growth.
Blooms mid to late season.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
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HYBRID
 21255
Artic Dawn - Neon Coral Pink
 Large, loose peony flower form. Vigorous, upright, slightly
pendulous growth. Blooms late season.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
20250
Buttons 'N Bows - Light Pink shading deeper at edge
Small, formal double flower form. Average, compact growth.
Blooms early to mid-season.
Average size - 6'h x 3'w
 20310
Crimson Candles - Rose Red
Small, single flower form. Vigorous, upright growth. Bronze
new growth. Blooms mid to late season.
Average size - 8'h x 5'w
20475
Freedom Bell - Brilliant Red
Small, attractive, bell-shaped semidouble flower form. Vigorous,
upright, compact growth. Blooms early to mid-season.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
 20483
High Fragrance - Pale Ivory Pink
Medium, peony flower form. Vigorous, upright growth.
Very nice fragrant blooms. Blooms mid-season.
Average size - 8'h x 5'w
8
 23855
Red Fellow - Bright Red
 Large, semidouble to peony flower form.
growth. Blooms late season.
Average size - 7'h x 6'w
Average, spreading
20665
Spring Awakening - Pink
Small, semidouble flower form. Average, open, upright
growth. Profuse bloomer. Blooms early to mid-season.
Average size - 6'h x 3'w
20700
Taylor’s Perfection - Light Pink
Very large, semidouble flower form with occasional petaloids.
Average, open, upright growth. Blooms mid to late season.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
Other varieties available in limited quantities.
Please inquire about varieties not listed.
 - Specialties
 - Cold Hardy
9
HIEMALIS
25000
Kanjiro - Rose Pink shading to Rose Red at edge
Small to medium semidouble flower form. Upright growth.
Blooms in fall.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
25125
Shishi-Gashira - Dark Pink
Small, semidouble to rose form double flower form. Spreading
growth. Blooms in fall.
Average size - 4'h x 6'w
25125
Showa-No-Sakae - Light Pink
Semidouble to peony flower form. Vigorous, spreading growth.
Blooms in fall.
Average size - 4'h x 6'w
20925
William Lanier Hunt - Rose Red
Small to medium, loose peony flower form. Average, spreading
growth. Blooms in fall.
Average size - 5'h x 5'w
10
SASANQUA
24775
Autumn Delight - White edged Blush Pink
Medium, rose form double flower form. Vigorous, upright
growth. Blooms in fall.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
21260
Autumn Moon (Marie Kirk) - White
Medium, formal double flower form. Vigorous, compact,
upright growth. Blooms in fall.
Average size - 8'h x 3'w
24800
Autumn Rocket - White
Medium, semidouble flower form. Vigorous, columnar, upright
growth. Blooms in fall.
Average size - 8'h x 2'w
24875
Bonanza - Deep Red
Medium, semi-peony flower form. Low, spreading growth.
Blooms in fall.
Average size - 4'h x 6'w
24925
Cleopatra - Rose Pink
Medium, semidouble flower form. Vigorous, spreading, and
upright growth. Blooms in fall.
Average size - 8'h x 6'w
11
24935
Daydream - White edged Rose Pink
Medium to large, semidouble flower form. Vigorous, upright
spreading growth. Blooms in fall.
Average size - 8'h x 7'w
24950
Hana-Jiman - White edged Pink
Medium, semidouble flower form with deep fluted petals.
Vigorous, compact, upright growth. Blooms in fall.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
25025
Maiden's Blush - Pale Pink
Small, single flower form. Exceptionally compact growth.
Blooms in fall.
Average size -6'h x 3'w
 25060
Northern Lights - White with Pink edges
Large, single flower form. Vigorous, upright growth. Blooms
in fall.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
 25075
Our Linda - Pink
Medium, rose form double flower form. Vigorous, upright
growth. Blooms in fall.
Average size - 12'h x 8'w
25100
Setsugekka - White
Medium to large, semidouble flower form with fluted petals.
Vigorous, upright growth. Blooms in fall.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
12
25200
Yuletide - Red
Small, single flower form. Slow, compact, upright growth.
Blooms in fall during the holiday season.
Average size - 6'h x 4'w
SINENSIS
20105
Tea Plant - Large-leaf form
Vigorous, multi-trunked shrub with large, leathery leaves and
profuse, small, creamy white flowers in early fall. Tea made
from this variety (first flush of growth) is light and refreshing.
Average size - 15'h x 8'w
20100
Tea Plant - Small-leaf form
Multi-stemmed, compact variety with small leaves and small
white flowers in early fall. Full sun to partial shade. This is
the tea that is most widely cultivated for drinking.
Average size - 7'h x 5'w
HOW TO MAKE GREEN TEA
Pick tender young growth (shoots with 2-3 leaves leaves are recommended). Allow any water on leaves to
dry in shade a few hours if needed.
Bruise leaves to begin the fermentation process by rolling several shoots between your hands until the leaves
darken and become crinkled, but not broken into pieces. Repeat until all leaves are bruised.
Allow leaves to ferment for 2-3 days by placing a thin layer of leaves on a tray. Store in a shady location.
Dry leaves in an oven set at 250°F for 20 minutes.
Store in an airtight container until ready to use.
(Many factors can affect the taste of tea leaves such as the variety, time of season,
climate, the soil, and even the environment. Try different conditions or even blend
batches with other flavors and find something perfect for you and your taste.)
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HYBRID
 20173
Ashton's Ballet - Bright Deep Pink
 Medium, rose form double flower form. Average, upright,
growth. Blooms in fall.
Average size - 8'h x 4'w
 24810
Autumn Spirit - Bright Deep Pink
 Medium, peony flower form. Average, upright, compact
growth. Blooms in fall.
Average size - 8'h x 2'w
 20650
Snow Flurry - White
 Small, anemone flower form.
Slow, spreading growth. Blooms
 20673
Survivor - White
 Medium, single flower form.
Vigorous, compact, upright
in fall.
Average size - 4'h x 6'w
growth. Blooms in fall.
Average size - 10'h x 4'w
 20850
Winter’s Interlude - Pink
Miniature to small, anemone flower form. Average, dense,
upright growth. Blooms in fall.
Average size - 6'h x 5'w
14
 20860
Winter’s Peony - Light Pink
 Small, peony flower form. Slow, spreading, compact growth.
Blooms in fall.
Average size - 4'h x 3'w
 20750
Winter’s Star - Lavender Pink
 Medium, single flower form. Vigorous, compact, upright
growth. Blooms in fall.
Average size - 7'h x 4'w
Other varieties available in limited quantities.
Please inquire about varieties not listed.
 - Specialties
 - Cold Hardy
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The Sales Team would like to encourage our customers to give us a call
or stop by and let us know varieties of camellias you would like us to grow.
We strive to introduce many additions to our product line, but also
encourage your input on what we can offer our valued customers.
© 2009
Bennett’s Creek Wholesale Nursery, Inc.
5635 Shoulders Hill Road, Suffolk, Virginia 23435-2362
Phone: (757)483-1425 • Toll Free: (800)343-4611 • Fax: (757)483-9058
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