A luxurious flower with shiny, laurel-like leaves, which comes from the countries of Southeast Asia, is called camellia. This plant has red, pink or variegated leaves that can be about 14 centimeters in diameter. It is no coincidence that many call camellia the princess of the East. Usually camellias decorate greenhouses, flower beds and flower beds, but this plant can be grown at home if it is properly cared for.
Homemade camellias can bloom for a long time during the winter months.
Lighting for camellia
The plant loves bright, diffused light. To do this, place the flower on the east or west window. If the plant will be on the south window, then it must be protected from direct sunlight. Remember that the north side of the window will not work for the camellia as it loves sunlight.
Do not forget to periodically change the position of the flower so that it is illuminated on all sides. In this case, the crown will develop evenly. During the flowering period, it is better to leave the flower alone and not turn it over, otherwise it may lose leaves and flowers.
Temperature for camellia
The best temperature for keeping ranges from 20 to 25 degrees. At the time the flower buds are being set, the temperature should be much lower. The plant begins to bloom in February, so at this time it is better to keep the temperature around 12 degrees.
In the event that the room is hot, the flowers will bloom, but they quickly fall off and will not be so lush.
Camellia is very fond of fresh air, so in the summer it is better to move the plant to the balcony.
It is better to water the camellia when the topsoil dries up.
Prune the camellia periodically: it treats this quite well and quickly forms a new crown.
