Camellia japonica 'Marguerite Goullion' – An Exquisite Evergreen Shrub with Soft Pink Blooms
Camellia japonica 'Marguerite Goullion' is a stunning evergreen shrub renowned for its delicate, soft pink flowers and glossy, dark green foliage. This Camellia variety features semi-double to double blooms that are a perfect blend of pale pink petals with a soft, subtle fragrance. Flowering in the colder months, it offers an elegant burst of color in the garden during late winter to early spring, when few other plants are in bloom. 'Marguerite Goullion' adds refinement and grace to any landscape, making it a popular choice for both traditional and contemporary gardens.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
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Spring: The soft pink flowers begin to bloom in late winter to early spring, with large, semi-double blooms showcasing their subtle beauty and creating a focal point in the garden.
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Summer: The plant’s glossy, evergreen leaves maintain their rich, dark green colour, providing year-round interest and structure.
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Autumn: The foliage remains vibrant and healthy, offering texture and backdrop as other plants begin to fade.
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Winter: 'Marguerite Goullion' excels in winter, brightening up the garden with its gentle blooms, especially when few other plants are flowering.
Structure & Form
Camellia japonica 'Marguerite Goullion' grows to a height of 1.2–1.5m with a spread of 1–1.2m, developing into a dense, rounded shrub. Its elegant form is complemented by its glossy, dark green leaves, which provide a backdrop of structure and texture throughout the year. The semi-double pink flowers create a striking contrast against the foliage, adding an air of sophistication to the landscape. Its moderate size makes it suitable for both smaller gardens and larger landscapes, and its evergreen nature ensures that it maintains visual interest throughout the year.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
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Formal Gardens: 'Marguerite Goullion' is an excellent choice for structured, formal garden designs, where its refined pink blooms and rounded form can be used to create symmetry and focal points.
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Foundation Plantings: This Camellia works well as a foundation planting, offering both colour and structure in the landscape while complementing the architecture of the home.
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Mixed Borders: The soft pink flowers stand out beautifully in mixed borders, especially when combined with early-blooming perennials, shrubs, and bulbs.
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Container Planting: Due to its manageable size, 'Marguerite Goullion' is ideal for container planting, offering a burst of colour and elegance on patios, balconies, or terraces.
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Wildlife Gardens: While the primary appeal of this Camellia is ornamental, it can offer shelter for small birds and wildlife, particularly in the winter months.
Growing Conditions & Care
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Position: Prefers partial shade to full sun, with protection from the harsh afternoon sun. It thrives best with morning sunlight and afternoon shade, which helps preserve the blooms' delicate colors.
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Soil: Prefers slightly acidic, well-drained, fertile soil. It can tolerate a variety of soil types, but good drainage is key to preventing root rot.
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Hardiness: Hardy, making it suitable for temperate climates. It can tolerate light frost but may require protection during extreme cold spells.
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Maintenance: Camellia 'Marguerite Goullion' is relatively low-maintenance. Light pruning after flowering can help maintain its shape and remove any damaged or dead growth. Mulching around the base in late fall is recommended to protect the roots from freezing in colder climates.
Why Choose Camellia japonica 'Marguerite Goullion'?
With its soft pink blooms, glossy evergreen leaves, and elegant form, Camellia 'Marguerite Goullion' offers both beauty and structure to any garden. This Camellia’s winter-to-spring flowering period provides much-needed color when other plants are dormant, while its evergreen foliage ensures year-round interest. Whether planted in a border, as a foundation planting, or in a container, 'Marguerite Goullion' is a sophisticated and low-maintenance shrub that brings a touch of elegance to your landscape.
Perfect Plant Combinations
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Spring Bulbs: Combine with early-blooming bulbs like Daffodils or Crocus to create a layered, colourful display in early spring.
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Azaleas and Rhododendrons: Pair with other acid-loving shrubs for a lush, coordinated look that thrives in similar conditions.
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Ferns: Underplant with ferns like Japanese Painted Fern or Lady Fern to add texture and contrast to the evergreen foliage.
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Hostas: Pair with Hostas for complementary foliage and a soft, elegant feel in shaded garden spaces.
Camellia japonica 'Marguerite Goullion' is a refined and versatile evergreen shrub that brings grace, colour, and structure to the garden. Its soft pink flowers, elegant form, and minimal care requirements make it an ideal choice for a variety of garden settings. Whether you want to brighten up a shady corner, add structure to a mixed border, or create a standout focal point in a container, 'Marguerite Goullion' will undoubtedly enhance the beauty of your garden year after year.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
