Golden Camellia (Camellia petelotii) sapling prices and the key points of its planting method

Drinking tea and admiring flowers has been an elegant pastime in our country since ancient times, from the imperial relatives and nobles down to the common people, so the cultivation of tea plants and camellias is also very widespread. Next, let us learn how much a golden camellia sapling costs per plant? In addition, its planting method must also be mastered well!

1. What is golden camellia?

1. Golden camellia is a first-class protected plant of our country in the Theaceae family. It is fairly widely distributed in southeastern, northwestern and southwestern Guangxi in our country and in Honghe Prefecture of Yunnan. Because of its peculiar flower color, it is even called by foreign countries the angry Oriental magic tea and “plant panda” and “queen of the tea family”.

2. Golden camellia is a two-to-three-meter shrub with hairless young branches. Its leaves are leathery, oblong or elliptical; the upper surface of the leaf is hairless and shiny dark green, while the underside is hairless light green with black glandular dots, and the leaf margins have fine serrations; the flowering period of golden camellia is the two months of November to December, the flower color is golden yellow, and the petal surface is crystal clear and glossy, presenting a semi-transparent state that is very rare.

3. In addition to high ornamental value, golden camellia also has a certain effect on lowering the three highs, preventing arteriosclerosis, and resisting bacteria and inflammation; moreover, its scientific research and economic value cannot be underestimated. For example, at present on the market, the price of a golden camellia bonsai 1-1.5 m tall ranges from several hundred yuan to 10,000 yuan, and a bonsai two meters tall can even sell for tens of thousands of yuan!

2. How much does a golden camellia sapling cost per plant?

1. According to a Suqian nursery company, the price of current-year cuttings 25CM tall is 8-10 yuan/plant, and the price of two-year-old cuttings is 15-20 yuan/plant;

2. The price of current-year cuttings 40-45CM tall is 18-23 yuan/plant;

3. The price of medium saplings (cuttings 70-80CM tall) ranges from 50-80 yuan/plant.

In addition, the price of native golden camellia saplings is somewhat higher than that of cuttings, but if purchased in large quantities, there is generally a discount. When buying saplings, everyone must be sure to shop around and choose a company with complete licenses, qualifications and a good reputation.

3. Planting method of golden camellia

The propagation and pest control of golden camellia include several methods such as cuttings, sowing and grafting. Below is a brief introduction to the specific methods of cutting and planting.

1. Cutting time for golden camellia: the best time for cutting golden camellia is from April to early May; of course, some regions can also choose to do it in mid-to-late September. When cutting, use current-year mature branches with complete leaves and no pests or diseases and insert them into the seedbed; a soil insertion depth of about three centimeters is enough. During the seedling period, sufficient humidity must be ensured, and direct sunlight should be avoided.

2. If golden camellia is planted and cultivated with small seedlings, first use slightly acidic to neutral soil. When planting, remove the yellow mud from the root block before planting it in, and keep the rhizome spread out when planting.

3. The water used to water golden camellia should have 1% ferrous sulfate added. Such acidic water can make its branches and leaves more verdant. For fertilization, diluted sour milk or fermented soybean cake water can be used, and generally applying it once a month is enough.

4. During the cultivation process, the temperature must be controlled well, and when the light is strong, shade should be provided and ventilation maintained.

5. Golden camellia generally blooms three to five years after planting. When yellow flower buds appear in July and August, the buds on weak branches and the overly dense and deformed buds can be removed. In addition, common pests and diseases of golden camellia such as anthracnose, leaf blight, sooty mold and aphids should be prevented and controlled in time.

The above is a brief introduction to the price of golden camellia saplings and the planting method. Friends who are interested can try planting a pot at home!