Overwintering guide
How to overwinter camellia 'bob hope'
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills camellia 'bob hope' in winter
Cutting camellia 'bob hope' hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.
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Overwintering camellia 'bob hope' — FAQ
Does camellia 'bob hope' need to come indoors for winter?
Camellia 'Bob Hope' is hardy to roughly USDA zone 7 — winter lows around -18°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Camellia 'Bob Hope' is properly hardy and overwinters outside without fuss. Tidy away anything dead or diseased, apply a mulch over the crown to steady soil temperatures, and otherwise leave it alone — many hardy plants actually need a cold period to flower and grow well the following year. Save hard pruning for the right season rather than doing it in autumn.
When should I move camellia 'bob hope' for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water camellia 'bob hope' in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills camellia 'bob hope' over winter?
Cutting camellia 'bob hope' hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.