Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia
Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia
Most loved for its striking red and white variegated flowers and dense evergreen foliage that create dramatic formal garden appeal.
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About this tree
About this tree
- Mature height
- 2m to 4m
- Mature width
- 2m to 3m
Camellia japonica 'R.L. Wheeler Variegata' is an evergreen shrub carrying very large rose red blooms broken with white marbling, set against broad glossy leaves. The flowers are semi double to anemone form, often 12 cm or more across, and the plant grows on a strong, upright branching frame.
This one is vigorous by camellia standards, adding 20 to 50 cm a year in good conditions. It wants acidic, well drained soil, protection from drying wind, and filtered light. Light to moderate frost is tolerated once settled. It performs across cool and warm temperate Australia, including Melbourne, Adelaide and the Sydney basin.
The size and vigour make it useful as a tall screen along a shaded fence line, a background shrub in a layered bed, or a single specimen where one large flowering plant has to carry the space. Its eventual scale is worth planning for, because it will fill a narrow bed.
Frequently Asked Questions
About R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia
What is Camellia japonica 'R.L. Wheeler Variegata'?
It is the variegated form of the well known camellia 'R.L. Wheeler', an evergreen shrub with very large rose red flowers marked with white. Blooms are semi double, usually showing a broad centre of golden stamens, and the foliage is wide, leathery and glossy right through the year.
How big does R.L. Wheeler Variegata grow?
It reaches around 3 to 4 metres tall and 2 to 3 metres wide with age, making it one of the larger japonica camellias. In a bed with room to spread it builds a broad upright frame. Regular pruning after flowering will hold it near 2 metres where space is limited.
How fast does it grow?
Around 20 to 50 cm a year once the roots are established, which is quick for a camellia. Growth is fastest in a sheltered position with consistent moisture and an annual feed after flowering. Expect slower progress in the first season while the plant settles, then a noticeable lift from the second year.
Where does it grow best in Australia?
Cool and warm temperate districts suit it, including Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra, Hobart, the Sydney basin and the tablelands of New South Wales. It also does well in the Perth hills and cooler parts of south east Queensland. Tropical and arid regions are unsuitable, as it needs a cool, moist root run.
Why do some flowers open plain red?
The white marbling in variegated camellias is caused by a harmless transmissible agent, and it is never evenly distributed. Individual blooms on the same plant can open heavily marbled, lightly flecked or solid rose red. That variation is normal for the cultivar and is not a sign that the plant is unhealthy.
How far apart should I plant it for a screen?
Space plants 1.5 to 2 metres apart for a solid screen, measured trunk to trunk. Closer spacing fills in faster but crowds the lower branches, which thins the base over time. For a looser informal row, 2.5 metres allows each plant to show its natural shape with very little cutting.
How do I prune and care for it?
Prune straight after the last flowers drop in spring, cutting back to an outward facing bud to keep the centre open. Mulch to 75 mm, keeping it clear of the trunk, and water deeply in dry spells. Feed with a camellia and azalea fertiliser in spring and again in early autumn.
Mature height & width
Mature height & width
- Mature height
- 2m to 4m
- Mature width
- 2m to 3m
Pot sizes & dimensions
Pot sizes & dimensions
| Pot / bag size | Width | Depth |
|---|---|---|
| 30cm Pot | 33cm | 30cm |
| 40cm/45L Pot | 44cm | 41.5cm |
| 50cm Pot / 70L Pot | 55cm | 41.8cm |
| 100L Bag | 50.6cm | 52.8cm |
| 150L Bag | 66cm | 55cm |
| 200L Bag | 71.5cm | 60.5cm |
| 300L Bag | 88cm | 63.8cm |
| 400L Bag | 99cm | 66cm |
| 500L Bag | 122cm | 66cm |
| 750L Bag | 134cm | 69cm |
| 1000L Bag | 146.3cm | 71.5cm |
| 2000L Bag | 176cm | 82.5cm |
General planting reference from our existing size guide. Actual containers can vary by supplier and batch; confirm exact dimensions if required.
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About Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’
Camellia japonica 'R.L. Wheeler Variegata' is an evergreen shrub carrying very large rose red blooms broken with white marbling, set against broad glossy leaves. The flowers are semi double to anemone form, often 12 cm or more across, and the plant grows on a strong, upright branching frame.
This one is vigorous by camellia standards, adding 20 to 50 cm a year in good conditions. It wants acidic, well drained soil, protection from drying wind, and filtered light. Light to moderate frost is tolerated once settled. It performs across cool and warm temperate Australia, including Melbourne, Adelaide and the Sydney basin.
The size and vigour make it useful as a tall screen along a shaded fence line, a background shrub in a layered bed, or a single specimen where one large flowering plant has to carry the space. Its eventual scale is worth planning for, because it will fill a narrow bed.
Frequently Asked Questions
About R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia
What is Camellia japonica 'R.L. Wheeler Variegata'?
It is the variegated form of the well known camellia 'R.L. Wheeler', an evergreen shrub with very large rose red flowers marked with white. Blooms are semi double, usually showing a broad centre of golden stamens, and the foliage is wide, leathery and glossy right through the year.
How big does R.L. Wheeler Variegata grow?
It reaches around 3 to 4 metres tall and 2 to 3 metres wide with age, making it one of the larger japonica camellias. In a bed with room to spread it builds a broad upright frame. Regular pruning after flowering will hold it near 2 metres where space is limited.
How fast does it grow?
Around 20 to 50 cm a year once the roots are established, which is quick for a camellia. Growth is fastest in a sheltered position with consistent moisture and an annual feed after flowering. Expect slower progress in the first season while the plant settles, then a noticeable lift from the second year.
Where does it grow best in Australia?
Cool and warm temperate districts suit it, including Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra, Hobart, the Sydney basin and the tablelands of New South Wales. It also does well in the Perth hills and cooler parts of south east Queensland. Tropical and arid regions are unsuitable, as it needs a cool, moist root run.
Why do some flowers open plain red?
The white marbling in variegated camellias is caused by a harmless transmissible agent, and it is never evenly distributed. Individual blooms on the same plant can open heavily marbled, lightly flecked or solid rose red. That variation is normal for the cultivar and is not a sign that the plant is unhealthy.
How far apart should I plant it for a screen?
Space plants 1.5 to 2 metres apart for a solid screen, measured trunk to trunk. Closer spacing fills in faster but crowds the lower branches, which thins the base over time. For a looser informal row, 2.5 metres allows each plant to show its natural shape with very little cutting.
How do I prune and care for it?
Prune straight after the last flowers drop in spring, cutting back to an outward facing bud to keep the centre open. Mulch to 75 mm, keeping it clear of the trunk, and water deeply in dry spells. Feed with a camellia and azalea fertiliser in spring and again in early autumn.
- Foliage
Evergreen (foliage year round)
- Position
- Form
- Use
- Mature height
- 2m to 4m
- Mature width
- 2m to 3m
Planting Information
Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia
Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia is expected to grow 20cm to 50cm per year (moderate).
Long Term Care For Your Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia
Planting Your Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia in Different Soil
Uses in my Garden
Uses in my Garden
Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia works in an:
Is Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia Evergreen or Deciduous?
Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height: 2m to 4m
Mature Width: 2m to 3m
Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia is expected to grow 20cm to 50cm per year (moderate).
Growth Rate of Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia
Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia is expected to grow 20cm to 50cm per year (moderate).
They are considered to have a:
Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia
Is Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia frost tolerant?
Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.
Does Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia Flower?
Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ produces large semi-double flowers in rich red tones splashed and streaked with white from winter into spring. The blooms create a striking and highly ornamental seasonal display against the glossy evergreen foliage, bringing bold contrast and colour variation to shaded garden spaces.
Does Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia flower?
Flowering Period:
Flower Type:
Flower Colour:
Red
Is Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia an Australian Native Tree?
No
Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia is Native to
What is the Wildlife Value of Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia ?
Its seasonal flowers provide nectar and pollen for bees and other beneficial pollinators during the cooler months when fewer plants are flowering. The dense evergreen foliage also offers sheltered habitat for small birds and beneficial insects within garden settings.
How much Sunlight does Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia need?
Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia will thrive best in:
Preferred Soil?
Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ performs best in rich, well-drained loam soils with an acidic to neutral pH. It will also tolerate lighter soils if enriched with organic matter to improve moisture retention and fertility. Avoid alkaline, compacted or waterlogged conditions, as these can reduce nutrient uptake and overall vigour. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then maintain moderate moisture as the plant matures for best flowering performance.
Is Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia Drought Tolerant?
Is Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ – R.L. Wheeler Variegata Camellia Drought tolerant?
As a young plant it benefits from regular watering to establish evenly, particularly during warmer weather. Once established, ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ shows moderate drought tolerance and performs reliably through dry periods when planted in improved soil, with occasional supplementary watering supporting optimal flowering and foliage quality.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Camellia japonica ‘R.L. Wheeler Variegata’ is loved for its striking red and white variegated flowers and dense evergreen foliage that create dramatic formal garden appeal.
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Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Trachelospermum jasminoides 'Balls' is Star Jasmine grown and clipped into a dense evergreen sphere. The small glossy leaves sit tight on a woody framework, holding a clean rounded outline year round. White pinwheel flowers open in spring and carry a strong sweet scent right across a courtyard.
Ball specimens hold at about 1 to 1.5 metres tall and wide with light clipping. Full sun to part shade suits them, in any free draining soil. Growth is slow to moderate at 30 to 50 centimetres a year. They handle coastal exposure, light frost and dry spells once the roots are down.
Repeat them along a driveway, either side of an entry, or in pots on a terrace where a formal shape is wanted straight away. They read as structure in a planting scheme without the height of a hedge, and because the form is already trained, a new garden looks settled from the day it goes in.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Star Jasmine Balls
What are Star Jasmine Balls?
They are Trachelospermum jasminoides, the common Star Jasmine, grown and clipped into a dense evergreen sphere on a woody framework. Instead of climbing, the plant is trained into a self supporting rounded shape. The foliage is small, glossy and dark green, and the plant carries scented white flowers through spring.
How big do Star Jasmine Balls grow?
They hold at roughly 1 to 1.5 metres tall and 1 to 1.5 metres wide. Growth is slow to moderate at 30 to 50 centimetres a year, so a light clip once or twice a year keeps the ball tight at whatever size within that range suits the setting.
Do Star Jasmine Balls need sun or shade?
Full sun to part shade both work. Full sun gives the densest foliage and the heaviest flowering, while part shade produces slightly softer, more open growth and fewer flowers. Avoid deep shade, where the ball thins out and loses its outline. Morning sun with afternoon protection suits hot inland gardens.
Can Star Jasmine Balls be grown in pots?
Yes, and pots are one of the main uses. A container 50 to 60 centimetres wide with a quality free draining mix will hold a ball for years. Water more often than you would in the ground, especially in summer, and feed in spring and again in late summer. Refresh the mix every few years.
Are Star Jasmine Balls evergreen?
Yes, the foliage is held year round. The glossy dark green leaves take on a bronze tinge in cold weather and green up again in spring, but the plant never goes bare. That is what makes it useful as permanent structure in a scheme, particularly in winter once perennials have died back.
When do Star Jasmine Balls flower?
Flowering runs through spring, roughly September to November, and often carries into early summer in warmer districts. The white pinwheel flowers are small but produced in quantity, and the scent is strong on still evenings. Flowering is heaviest on plants in full sun that were not clipped hard just before bud set.
How do I prune and care for Star Jasmine Balls?
Clip lightly with hedging shears once after flowering and again in late summer if needed, taking only the new growth to keep the outline crisp. Water deeply in dry weather, mulch the base, and feed in early spring. The sap is milky and can irritate skin, so wear gloves when trimming.
Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
Westringia fruticosa, Coastal Rosemary, is an Australian native evergreen shrub from the headlands and dunes of the east coast. It builds a dense rounded bush of fine grey green leaves held in whorls, with small white to pale lilac flowers. Despite the common name it is not the culinary herb.
Mature plants sit at 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide, growing 30 to 60 centimetres a year, and they clip smaller without complaint. Full sun to part shade and sharp drainage are the requirements. Salt wind, sandy soil, drought and light to moderate frost are all handled.
It is a standard on coastal projects, road verges, council garden beds and exposed banks that need erosion cover. Plant 1 to 1.5 metres apart for an informal screen, or 80 centimetres for a clipped hedge. A single plant fills a 40 to 50 centimetre pot on a courtyard or balcony.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Coastal Rosemary
What is Coastal Rosemary?
Westringia fruticosa is an Australian native evergreen shrub from the headlands and dunes of the east coast. It forms a dense rounded bush of fine grey green leaves held in whorls, with small white to pale lilac flowers. Despite the common name it is not culinary rosemary and is not used in cooking.
How big does Coastal Rosemary grow?
Mature plants reach 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide. It clips readily to smaller dimensions and is often maintained at around a metre as a hedge or a low mound. Growth is moderate, roughly 30 to 60 centimetres a year, so it holds a trimmed shape well.
Is Coastal Rosemary suitable for coastal positions?
It is one of the best shrubs available for exposed coastal work. It grows naturally on sea cliffs and copes with salt laden wind, sand and reflected heat. It is used constantly on beachfront reserves, dune stabilisation projects and seaside gardens where little else holds a tidy shape.
When does Coastal Rosemary flower?
The main flush is spring and summer, roughly September through February, with scattered flowering at other times of the year in mild districts. The flowers are small, white to pale lilac and sit among the foliage rather than above it. Clipped hedges flower less than plants left to grow informally.
How far apart should I plant Coastal Rosemary for a hedge?
Space plants 80 centimetres apart for a tight formal hedge, or 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen. On banks and batters used for erosion cover, 1 metre in a staggered grid gives full ground coverage within about two growing seasons.
Can Coastal Rosemary grow in pots?
Yes. A pot 40 to 50 centimetres wide suits a single plant for a courtyard, entry or balcony. Use a free draining mix, because the roots will not tolerate sitting wet. Container plants need watering more often than those in the ground, plus a light trim to hold their shape.
How do I prune and care for Coastal Rosemary?
Trim lightly two or three times a year, taking the soft new growth and avoiding cuts into bare old wood, which reshoots poorly. Water through the first summer, then only in extended dry spells. On most soils it needs no feeding at all, and it resents heavy watering and poor drainage.
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Blue’ – Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Blue’ – Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
Westringia 'Wynyabbie Blue' is a hardy Australian native shrub grown for its lilac blue flowers, which are larger and more freely carried than those of the common white forms. Narrow grey green leaves sit in neat whorls on a dense rounded frame that holds its shape through the year.
Expect 1.5 to 2 metres in height and width at maturity, at 30 to 60 centimetres a year. Full sun brings the heaviest flowering, though part shade is accepted. Drainage matters above everything else, after which it takes salt wind, sandy or gravelly ground, drought and light to moderate frost.
Mass plantings on batters, median strips and coastal frontages are where it earns its keep, and it clips into a low hedge of about a metre without losing its flowering. Plant 1 to 1.5 metres apart for an informal screen. One plant fills a 40 to 50 centimetre pot neatly.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
What is Westringia Wynyabbie Blue?
Westringia 'Wynyabbie Blue' is a hardy Australian native shrub grown for its lilac blue flowers, which are larger and more freely carried than those of the common white forms. Narrow grey green leaves sit in neat whorls on a dense rounded frame. It is evergreen and holds its structure all year.
How big does Wynyabbie Blue grow?
It reaches 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide at maturity, growing 30 to 60 centimetres a year. It clips comfortably to around a metre if you want a lower hedge, and it will hold that height indefinitely given two or three light trims a year.
When does Wynyabbie Blue flower?
From spring right through autumn, roughly September to May, with sporadic flowers in winter in mild districts. The lilac blue flowers open in flushes rather than all at once, so there is usually some colour on the plant. Flowering is heaviest in full sun on lean, well drained soil.
Is Wynyabbie Blue drought tolerant?
Yes. Once the roots are established it needs very little water and copes with extended dry periods, which is why it is used on unirrigated median strips and road verges. Drainage matters more than watering, since the plant will die in soggy ground long before it dies of thirst.
Is Wynyabbie Blue suitable for coastal positions?
It is. Salt laden wind, sandy soils and reflected heat are all handled, and it is planted routinely on foreshore reserves and beachside gardens. In very exposed frontal positions the plant stays lower and denser than it would inland, which generally suits the situation anyway.
How far apart should I plant Wynyabbie Blue for a hedge?
Use 80 centimetres between plants for a clipped formal hedge, or 1 to 1.5 metres for a dense informal screen. For mass planting on banks and median strips, 1 metre in a staggered pattern gives full coverage within about two growing seasons and shades out most weeds.
How do I prune and care for Wynyabbie Blue?
Trim lightly after each flowering flush, taking soft growth only. Cutting back into bare old wood leaves gaps that will not fill in, so stay on top of it rather than letting it get away. Water through the first summer, then rarely. Avoid rich soils and heavy fertiliser.
Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Blue’ – Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
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