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Camellia 'Minato-no-akebono'

Also Known As

  • Camellia lutchuensis 'Minato no Akebono'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 5'-9'
  • W: 4'-8'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

Camellia 'Minato-no-akebono' plant details

Camellia 'Minato-no-akebono' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In winter pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Camellia 'Minato-no-akebono'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: theaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 5 FT - 9 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in winter
Uses: container plant, fragrant, long-blooming, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Camellia 'Minato-no-akebono'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Camellia 'Minato-no-akebono' plant

How to Grow Camellia 'Minato-no-akebono'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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Zones

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