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Plant Habit: Shrub
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Partial or Dappled Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Soil pH Preferences: Moderately acid (5.6 – 6.0)
Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 7a -17.8 °C (0 °F) to -15 °C (5 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 9b
Plant Height: 8 to 10 feet
Plant Spread: 6 to 8 feet
Leaves: Evergreen
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: White
Other: Semi-Double, white with red specks and stripes.
Bloom Size: 5"-6"
Flower Time: Late winter or early spring
Spring
Suitable Locations: Espalier
Uses: Windbreak or Hedge
Resistances: Deer Resistant
Humidity tolerant
Drought tolerant
Pollinators: Bees
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots

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Common names
  • Japanese Camellia
  • Common Camellia
  • Camellia

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Location: Seminole County, Florida, United States
Date: 2019-12-31
Location: Archer, Florida
Date: 2019-03-18

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