Description
The Early Wonder Camellia is a gorgeous new selection from the Southern Living Plant Collection. This Camellia variety produces stunning formal double blooms, lavender-pink in color. These flowers appear in Fall, earlier than other Camellia japonica varieties, hence the name Early Wonder. The foliage is consistently dark green and evergreen. Each leaf is leathery and glossy, with a light serration on the edge. At maturity, this pink blooming camellia shrub reaches 6 ft. to 8 ft. tall and 4 ft. to 6 ft. W. It’s ideal for an accent, privacy planting or along a property line. The Early Wonder Camellia bushes are hardy from USDA Zones 7-9. It needs 3-hours to 4-hours of direct sun or all-day filtered sun to thrive. Plant in slightly acidic, rich soil with good drainage for best results. Water your new camellia plantings 2 to 3 times per week for the first growing season. Fertilize in spring with a slow-release acidic plant fertilizer. They are not guaranteed to be in bloom on arrival.
- This variety reaches a mature height of 6-8′ H x 4-6′ W, so be sure to leave room for it to grow.
- The Early Wonder Camellia is a perfect choice for a specimen, accent, mass planting, hedge, or even a privacy planting.
- Early Wonder Camellia Care.
- Hardy from USDA Zones 7-9, down to 0��F when fully established in the landscape.
- Fertilize yearly with either a slow-release acidic plant fertilizer or an organic acidic plant fertilizer.
- Early Wonder Camellia Spacing Recommendations.
