Camellia japonica ‘Dr Burnside’

Glossy evergreen foliage. Dark red, medium to large, semi-double to paeony flowers with yellow stamens. Medium, upright growth. Flowers February to April. Ht 2.5-4m. Thrive in a good acid to neutral soil. Light shade to full sun. Protect flower buds from early morning sunshine after a spring frost. Suitable for pot in cool greenhouse. Sheltered position.