Find out how to grow flowering camellias, with tips on planting and problem-solving. Expert growing advice from BBC Gardeners' World Magazine.

Jan 22, 2024 · Advice on how to identify and treat the problems causing yellow leaves on plants, in our guide. From the experts at BBC Gardeners' World Magazine.

Depending on the variety, bold flowers are displayed solitary or in clusters, brightening up gardens early in the year, while the glossy and leathery leaves remain throughout the year. Camellia x williamsii hybrids are the toughest and easiest camellias to grow. Camellia x williamsii 'Contribution' has a semi double flower with bright yellow ...

Camellia sinensis is an evergreen shrub, widely grown in many parts of the world for the production of tea. It's native to China, Japan and Korea. It has attractive, serrated leaves and bears small, fragrant, white flowers with gold stamens in autumn. The young leaves can be picked in spring and dried to make your own tea.

Apr 21, 2019 · Many shrubs have the benefit of being easy to plant and transplant, plus, by growing a range of shrubs, you can provide valuable year-round interest. For example, the attractive branching form of hazel is draped with pendulous yellow catkins in winter and lush leaves from spring to autumn. Here are some colourful and unusual shrubs with autumn appeal.

Sep 12, 2023 · As camellia flowers fade they turn brown and mushy, and can look unsightly if they stick to the otherwise glossy leaves. Deadheading won't encourage the plant to produce more blooms but it will improve the appearance of the plant as the season turns.

Mar 4, 2019 · Sooty mould spreads across honeydew secreted by certain pests. Discover the simple solution to preventing it, with help from BBC Gardeners' World Magazine.

Originating in the eastern Himalayas, Daphne bholua forms an upright growing evergreen shrub with leathery mid-green oval leaves. Daphne bholua 'Jacqueline Postill' produces clusters of pretty, intensely fragrant flowers which are pink on the outside and white within. It makes an ideal shrub for the small garden because it is slow growing and …

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Oct 4, 2021 · Discover 10 of the best plants with white flowers, including gorgeous shrubs, perennials and more, with help from the experts at BBC Gardeners' World Magazine.