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Camellia japonica 'April Kiss'

Also Known As

  • Camellia 'April Kiss'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 48"-60"
  • W: 48"-60"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Camellia japonica 'April Kiss' plant details

Camellia japonica 'April Kiss' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In winter pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Camellia japonica 'April Kiss'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: theaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 48 IN - 60 IN - wide, 48 IN - 60 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in winter
Uses: compact, container plant, cutting garden, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Camellia japonica 'April Kiss'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bright rose-pink formal-double flowers cover this hardy 6-9' shrub from late winter into early spring. A much looked-forward-to gift each winter-spring! Glossy and lustrous evergreen foliage makes this shrub look beautiful year round; a wonderful specimen, hedge or part of a mixed border. PSh/M
A small, formal flower on a compact, slow growing plant. Color can vary from a mid pink to rose to red.
This compact, evergreen shrub displays formal, double flowers in late winter to early spring. Flowers are a beautiful deep pink-reddish hue.
This compact plant is a moderate grower that flowers heavily in the early spring. The formal double blooms are a lovely rose color. A very dependable and reliable plant!

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Camellia japonica 'April Kiss' plant

How to Grow Camellia japonica 'April Kiss'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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