Camellia japonica 'Elegans'

Also Known As

Camellia japonica 'Chandler'
Camellia japonica 'Chandleri Elegans'
Camellia japonica 'Francine'
Common Camellia

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

7a-10b

Camellia japonica 'Elegans' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Camellia japonica 'Elegans'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: theaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and winter
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, showy, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Camellia japonica 'Elegans'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Very large, anemone-form flowers of rose pink with a center pom-pom striped with white decorate this shrub in late winter-early spring. A wonderful time for flowers!This cultivar is a favorite variety for espalier. PSh/M