Camellia japonica Bonomiana An upright evergreen shrub with deep green leathery leaves and showy double flowers, light pink spotted with white and pink stripes, that appear from early spring. Camellia japonica Bonomiana is large growing but responds well to pruning to keep it at a smaller size. Site: Requires shelterSoil: Requires acid, well drained, humus-rich soilPosition: Full sun to part shade, best in semi shadeSeason of Interest: Flowers in SpringHardiness: Fully hardyHeight: 15ft (5m) Spread: 13ft (4m)