Camellia japonica 'Flirtation'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 8'-10'
W: 8'-10'

planting zones

8a-10b

Camellia japonica 'Flirtation' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Camellia japonica 'Flirtation'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: theaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 FT - 10 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and winter
Uses: container plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Camellia japonica 'Flirtation'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A delicious camellia propagated by cuttings from a southeast Portland garden once the property of a camellia collector and now owned by well-known Portlanders, John & Capriel Pence. To 8-10' tall as a large shrub or lifted to tree shape, these flower in late winter to early spring, the single flowers both clear and vibrant light pink. Best in part sun with regular summer water at least until well-established. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8.