{"product_id":"camellia-fukuzutsumi","title":"Camellia Fukuzutsumi","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a127739-1a5c-83ec-9d3c-524a2be8113e-5\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-6a127739-1a5c-83ec-9d3c-524a2be8113e-5\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a127739-1a5c-83ec-9d3c-524a2be8113e-5\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-160\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"48368303-c5ff-421d-9f9b-a9915429fea6\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1870hqb\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"34\"\u003eCamellia japonica ‘Fukuzutsumi’\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"36\" data-end=\"319\"\u003eCamellia japonica ‘Fukuzutsumi’ is an elegant evergreen flowering shrub admired for its large semi-double blooms, glossy foliage, and refined garden presence. This classic Japanese camellia variety is prized for its soft pink flowers and graceful appearance during the cooler months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"582\"\u003eThe plant develops dense, dark green glossy foliage that remains attractive year-round. During the flowering season, it produces large semi-double flowers in delicate shell-pink tones with prominent golden stamens, creating a soft and decorative floral display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"701\"\u003eIts elegant blooms and evergreen structure make it ideal for formal gardens, woodland settings, and feature planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"706\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ma7m6t\" data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"723\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"918\"\u003e‘Fukuzutsumi’ is valued for its large open blooms that showcase contrasting golden stamens. The flowers provide colour and interest through autumn and winter when many other plants are dormant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003eIts upright and dense growth habit makes it suitable for hedging, screening, and specimen planting. The glossy foliage also provides year-round texture and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1169\"\u003eIt performs best in cool, protected positions with filtered light and moist soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"18918vg\" data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003eGrowth Habit and Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1276\"\u003eThis variety grows as a dense upright evergreen shrub with a rounded form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003eIt typically reaches 2 to 4 metres in height and spread, depending on growing conditions and pruning. Growth rate is moderate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1evwddo\" data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1yjlpdk\" data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003eLight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003ePerforms best in partial shade to filtered light. Morning sun is beneficial, while harsh afternoon sun should be avoided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"rthh5f\" data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003eRequires regular watering during establishment and flowering periods. Soil should remain consistently moist but well-drained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1765\"\u003eMulching helps maintain cool roots and retain moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"p3fpbz\" data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003ePrefers rich, slightly acidic, well-draining soil with high organic content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"14lz4ze\" data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1885\"\u003eTemperature and Climate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1886\" data-end=\"1934\"\u003eSuitable for temperate and subtropical climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"2046\"\u003eTolerates cool conditions and light frost once established but benefits from protection against hot dry winds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2048\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"s27ty0\" data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2067\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2069\" data-end=\"2176\"\u003eLow to moderate maintenance. Light pruning after flowering helps maintain shape and encourage dense growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2178\" data-end=\"2252\"\u003eFertilise during the growing season using a camellia or azalea fertiliser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2254\" data-end=\"2316\"\u003eRemove spent flowers if desired to maintain a tidy appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2318\" data-end=\"2321\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1lt9dvm\" data-start=\"2323\" data-end=\"2339\"\u003eCommon Issues\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2341\" data-end=\"2410\"\u003eYellowing leaves may indicate alkaline soil or nutrient deficiencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2412\" data-end=\"2483\"\u003eBud drop can result from inconsistent watering or environmental stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2485\" data-end=\"2540\"\u003ePetal blight may affect blooms during humid conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2542\" data-end=\"2579\"\u003eScale insects may occasionally occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2581\" data-end=\"2584\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"mu966k\" data-start=\"2586\" data-end=\"2601\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2603\" data-end=\"2651\"\u003eCamellia japonica ‘Fukuzutsumi’ is suitable for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2653\" data-end=\"2791\"\u003eFeature shrub planting\u003cbr data-start=\"2675\" data-end=\"2678\"\u003eHedging and screening\u003cbr data-start=\"2699\" data-end=\"2702\"\u003eWoodland gardens\u003cbr data-start=\"2718\" data-end=\"2721\"\u003eFormal landscape design\u003cbr data-start=\"2744\" data-end=\"2747\"\u003eCourtyards and patios\u003cbr data-start=\"2768\" data-end=\"2771\"\u003eContainer planting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2793\" data-end=\"2864\"\u003eIts soft pink blooms and glossy foliage create elegant seasonal colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2866\" data-end=\"2869\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"8r6oui\" data-start=\"2871\" data-end=\"2902\"\u003eSpecification and Care Chart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"2904\" data-end=\"4786\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"2904\" data-end=\"3004\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2904\" data-end=\"3004\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2904\" data-end=\"2929\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2929\" data-end=\"3004\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"3104\" data-end=\"4786\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3104\" data-end=\"3202\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3104\" data-end=\"3128\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3128\" data-end=\"3202\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCamellia japonica ‘Fukuzutsumi’\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3203\" data-end=\"3301\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3203\" data-end=\"3227\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3227\" data-end=\"3301\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFukuzutsumi Camellia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3302\" data-end=\"3400\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3302\" data-end=\"3326\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3326\" data-end=\"3400\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eEvergreen flowering shrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3401\" data-end=\"3499\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3401\" data-end=\"3425\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3425\" data-end=\"3499\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e2 m to 4 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3500\" data-end=\"3598\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3500\" data-end=\"3524\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"3524\" data-end=\"3598\"\u003eUpright, dense\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3599\" data-end=\"3697\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3599\" data-end=\"3623\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3623\" data-end=\"3697\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3698\" data-end=\"3796\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3698\" data-end=\"3722\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLight Conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"3722\" data-end=\"3796\"\u003ePartial shade to filtered light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3797\" data-end=\"3895\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3797\" data-end=\"3821\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDirect Sunlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3821\" data-end=\"3895\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMorning sun preferred\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3896\" data-end=\"3994\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3896\" data-end=\"3920\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eWatering Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3920\" data-end=\"3994\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eModerate; keep soil consistently moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3995\" data-end=\"4093\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3995\" data-end=\"4019\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSoil Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4019\" data-end=\"4093\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eRich, acidic, well-draining\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4094\" data-end=\"4192\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4094\" data-end=\"4118\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDrainage Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4118\" data-end=\"4192\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eEssential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4193\" data-end=\"4291\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4193\" data-end=\"4217\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4217\" data-end=\"4291\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eTemperate to subtropical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4292\" data-end=\"4390\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4292\" data-end=\"4316\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFrost Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"4316\" data-end=\"4390\"\u003eLight frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4391\" data-end=\"4489\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4391\" data-end=\"4415\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4415\" data-end=\"4489\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4490\" data-end=\"4588\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4490\" data-end=\"4514\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMaintenance Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"4514\" data-end=\"4588\"\u003eLow to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4589\" data-end=\"4687\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4589\" data-end=\"4613\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFertiliser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4613\" data-end=\"4687\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCamellia or azalea fertiliser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4688\" data-end=\"4786\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4688\" data-end=\"4712\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eToxicity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"4712\" data-end=\"4786\"\u003eNot commonly regarded as toxic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4788\" data-end=\"4791\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"b4ogva\" data-start=\"4793\" data-end=\"4833\"\u003eFAQ – Camellia japonica ‘Fukuzutsumi’\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4835\" data-end=\"4922\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4835\" data-end=\"4867\"\u003eWhat colour are the flowers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4867\" data-end=\"4870\"\u003eThe flowers are soft shell pink with golden centres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4924\" data-end=\"5020\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4924\" data-end=\"4948\"\u003eWhen does it flower?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4948\" data-end=\"4951\"\u003eFlowering usually occurs from late autumn through winter into spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5022\" data-end=\"5105\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5022\" data-end=\"5045\"\u003eDoes it need shade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5045\" data-end=\"5048\"\u003eYes, it performs best in partial shade or filtered light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5107\" data-end=\"5216\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5107\" data-end=\"5137\"\u003eCan it be used as a hedge?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5137\" data-end=\"5140\"\u003eYes, its dense evergreen growth makes it suitable for hedging and screening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5218\" data-end=\"5322\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5218\" data-end=\"5253\"\u003eHow often should it be watered?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5253\" data-end=\"5256\"\u003eKeep soil consistently moist, especially during flowering periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5324\" data-end=\"5405\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5324\" data-end=\"5349\"\u003eHow big does it grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5349\" data-end=\"5352\"\u003eTypically reaches 2 to 4 metres in height and spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] 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