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How to care for Camellias

You will need: Secateurs, Fertiliser, Watering Can

As they finish flowering camelias, especially those in containers, can start to look tired. So May is a good time to give them a bit of attention to get them ready for next year.

Best time to do it:

Step 1

Remove the last of the dying flowers being careful not to damage the nearby growth buds.

Step 2

Carefully pick off any yellowing or damaged leaves.

Step 3

Add a dressing of Ericaceous (acidic) fertiliser around the base of the plant and mix it into the upper layer of soil gently with a fork.

Step 4

Water well so that the fertiliser begins to wash down to the roots.

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