Camellia japonica Purity

Scientific Name: Camellia japonica 'Shiragiku'

Also Known As

Camellia x japonica 'Purity'
Purity Camellia

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-10'
W: 3'-10'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Camellia japonica Purity plant details

Camellia japonica Purity is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall and winter white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Camellia japonica Purity

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: theaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 10 FT - wide, 4 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and winter
Uses: container plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Camellia japonica Purity

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

Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Flawless, white, formal double blossoms make this Camellia a pleasing sight in the winter garden. 'Purity' is one of our earliest bloomers and it always puts on a spectacular floral show. Blooming from late November through the winter, 'Purity' is a vigorous, but compact, shrub for the home or garden. Once it initiates flower buds, it requires cool night temperatures, below 55°F to bloom to its fullest potential.