Camellia japonica 'Daikagura'

Also Known As

Camellia japonica 'Kaikagura'
Daikagura Camellia

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 8'-12'
W: 6'-10'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Camellia japonica 'Daikagura' plant details

Camellia japonica 'Daikagura' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and regular - 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 japonica 'Daikagura'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: theaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: compact, container plant, floriferous, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Camellia japonica 'Daikagura'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A variable flower can be red with pink splotches or fully red. Nice large dark green glossy foliage. The flowers are double.

By: Gossler Farms

The rose pink to rose red petals of Daikagura Camellia may be heavily splotched with white on medium to large, peony form flowers with yellow stamens. The flowers of this Japanese cultivar are produced early in the season on a naturally upright to rounded evergreen shrub with a compact habit.