Camellia Japonica Comte De Gomer 1.5 Litre Pot

Camellia Japonica ‘Comte de Gomer’ – Elegant, Showy Blooms for Year-Round Beauty

Camellia Japonica ‘Comte de Gomer’ is a magnificent evergreen shrub that brings sophistication and charm to any garden. Known for its stunning large, semi-double flowers in a vibrant pink hue, this variety adds an eye-catching focal point to your landscape. The glossy, dark green foliage perfectly complements the striking blooms, offering year-round interest and structure. Ideal for both traditional and modern gardens, ‘Comte de Gomer’ thrives in partial shade and is perfect for creating a dramatic effect in borders, woodland gardens, or containers.

Seasonal Beauty & Growth

• Spring: Vibrant, semi-double pink flowers bloom in late winter to early spring, providing a cheerful burst of colour when few other plants are in flower.
• Summer: The evergreen foliage remains lush and glossy, maintaining its vibrant appearance throughout the summer months.
  
• Autumn: Keeps its dark green leaves, offering year-round structure and a tidy garden appearance as the seasons change.
  
• Winter: Maintains its evergreen foliage, providing texture and structure in the colder months, even as the flowers begin to emerge.

Structure & Form

• Height & Spread: Grows to 2.5 - 4m in height and a spread of 1.5 - 2.5m, forming a compact, upright shrub with a bushy habit.
• Flowers: Large, semi-double pink flowers that bring a splash of colour to your garden from late winter through early spring.
• Foliage: Dark green, glossy, evergreen leaves that create a lush backdrop and offer year-round interest.
• Hardy & Resilient: Tolerates a range of weather conditions and remains vibrant in both colder and warmer climates.

Perfect for Various Landscapes

• Feature Plant: A stunning centerpiece for your garden, offering beautiful blooms and dense foliage.
• Mixed Borders: Ideal for adding vibrant colour to mixed shrub borders or creating an elegant statement piece in any landscape.
• Woodland Gardens: Thrives in shaded or partially shaded areas, making it perfect for woodland or woodland-edge gardens.
• Container Planting: A great option for large pots or containers, bringing structure and beauty to patios, terraces, or balconies.

Growing Conditions & Care

• Position: Prefers partial shade, although it can tolerate some morning sun, especially in cooler climates.
• Soil: Thrives in well-drained, acidic, and moist soil, though it can tolerate a range of soil types as long as they are not waterlogged.
• Hardiness: Fully hardy, this variety withstands frost and can thrive in colder climates when placed in a sheltered position.
• Maintenance: Low-maintenance, requiring only minimal pruning to maintain its shape and remove dead blooms.
• Watering: Ensure the soil is kept moist, particularly during dry periods, but avoid overwatering or waterlogging.

Why Choose Camellia Japonica ‘Comte de Gomer’?

• Beautiful, vibrant pink flowers that add colour and elegance to any garden, especially in early spring.
• Evergreen foliage ensures year-round greenery and structure, even during the winter months.
• Compact and bushy form, ideal for both small and large gardens, as well as container planting.
• Low-maintenance care, perfect for gardeners looking for an easy-to-grow yet stunning plant.
• Hardy and resilient, capable of thriving in a variety of weather conditions.

Perfect Plant Combinations

• Rhododendrons & Azaleas: Pair with other acid-loving shrubs for a coordinated, elegant display of blooms.
• Spring Bulbs: Underplant with daffodils or crocuses for added seasonal colour and interest.
• Ferns & Hostas: Combine with soft-textured plants to create a lush, shaded garden feel.
• Hydrangeas & Magnolias: Pair with these large, flowering shrubs for a stunning, layered display of blooms.

Camellia Japonica ‘Comte de Gomer’ is a striking shrub that provides elegance and beauty with minimal maintenance. Its large, vibrant pink blooms, glossy evergreen leaves, and compact growth make it a perfect addition to any garden. Whether used as a feature plant in mixed borders, a statement piece in containers, or in shaded woodland gardens, ‘Comte de Gomer’ offers year-round interest and charm.

Camellia Japonica Comte De Gomer 1.5 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Slow Growing White Evergreen

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.