Camellia lutchuensis

Prefers acidic soil with plenty of organic matter and good drainage. May be grown outdoors in very mild, frost-free areas, or in a conservatory or glasshouse, or a large container that can be moved indoors in winter. Position in light shade, and shelter from cold, dry winds. See camellia cultivation for more detailed advice

Pruning group 8 (evergreens), after flowering

Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer, or by grafting in late winter

May be susceptible to aphids, scale insects and vine weevil

May be susceptible to honey fungus, phytophthora root rot, camellia gall, camellia leaf blight, and camellia yellow mottle virus. This species shows some resistance to camellia petal blight, though this doesn't consistently transfer to its hybrids