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Camellia cuspidata

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 6'-8'

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

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Camellia cuspidata plant details

Camellia cuspidata is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In fall and winter cream flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular water. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Camellia cuspidata

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: theaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in fall and winter
Uses: container plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Camellia cuspidata

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A large shrub with willow-like leaves, up to 2 1/2” long, copper tinted when young and arching branches. This camellia has many small creamy white flowers. It's very happy in a open woodland. From S. China.

By: The Bovees Nursery

Gardening facts about Camellia cuspidata plant

How to Grow Camellia cuspidata

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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