Monday, February 18, 2013

Karma Camellia

Just before we went off to Singapore we were kindly sent a beautifully packaged Camellia 'Kramer's Supreme' from the lovely folks at Plants4Presents. There is something particularly enjoyable about receiving plants in the post, especially when the box itself is a delight, and on opening the contents lived up to the packaging! A lovely healthy plant, full off buds and ready to burst into flower, along with a smart pot and care instructions.

Camellia 'Kramer's Supreme'
The Camellia itself arrived in great condition, sometimes you do not quite know what to expect when receiving plants in the post, but Plants4Presents sent us a very healthy plant. (thanks guys!!). We now just have to work out where to plant it. As camellia's prefer an acid soil with shelter and light shade we may opt to keep this potted - allowing us to move if harsh weather is expected - especially as they have a habit of producing buds and flowers at the same time as the last few frosts of winter!

Ours is a deep red, but to tie in with mothers day on March 10 (you have remembered haven't you...!!) you can also win a pink flowered plant for your mum (or your own garden if you prefer), with the rather marvelous name of ‘Scentsation’ - yes its a cheesy name, but its a lovely scented pink camellia, and should be in flower in perfect time for Mothers Day.

Camelia ‘Scentsation’
Dont worry if you dont win, as long as you order by 2pm on March 8th you can have the plant in time for Mothers Day. (see here for more details)

To enter simply answer the following question.

What type of soil do Camellias prefer?

a) Alkaline
b) Neutral
c) Acidic

Extra entries can be made by following us and sharing this competition on Twitter or by liking our page and sharing the competition on Facebook. An additional entry can be made by "following" this blog via Google Friend Connect

Terms and conditions: This competition closes at 23.59 on 3 March 2013. Any entries received after this time will not be counted. Entrants must be UK residents aged 18 years or older to enter. By entering this competition you agree and consent to your name being published and by taking part in the competition, entrants are deemed to have read, understood and accepted all of the Terms and Conditions and agreed to be bound by them. The winner will be selected at random from the correct entries and will be announced here on the blog. Please make sure we are able to contact you if you do win, as we will need to provide your name and address to Plants4Presents to arrange for your prize to be sent to you.  

400 comments :

  1. Followed and shared on Twitter

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  2. I love Camelias and can't have them here. Not hardy here. Beautiful blooms on them.
    Cher Sunray Gardens

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  3. c) Acidic

    @avelte2000 twitter

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  4. c) Acidic

    linz.1979@hotmai.co.uk

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  5. i'm a liker on facebook

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  6. They prefer acidic soil.

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  7. c) Acidic

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  8. rebecca.foster757@gmail.com19 February 2013 at 13:05

    c) Acidic

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  9. Sue Bowden@fsmail.net19 February 2013 at 16:54

    suebowden@fsmail.net
    Following on Twitter @sueb1960
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  10. Acidic
    Simon G
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  11. C) Acidic k.mayhead@btinternet.com

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  12. c) Acidic

    @penzzy193

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  13. c) Acidic

    thanks :)

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  14. Already liked and followed you.

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  15. Victoria Androsova19 February 2013 at 21:04

    c) Acidic

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  16. answer c

    KATHY D

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  17. Acidic soil

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  18. Nina Motylinski-Davies19 February 2013 at 22:53

    Acidic

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  19. c) Acidic

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  20. c) Acidic - Thanks for running the comp!

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  21. c) Acidic

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  22. c) Acidic

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  23. c) Acidic
    Liked and shared on Facebook and Twitter (@scampidog70)

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  24. Catherine Arrowsmith25 February 2013 at 22:55

    c) Acidic

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  25. C) acidic.......I have posted the comp on my FB page too. Thanks (ssherriff321@yahoo.co.uk) xxx

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  26. c) Acidic

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  27. c) Acidic
    @jenlouisej

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  28. c acidic clair

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