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Camellia 'Fragrant Fairies'

Also Known As

  • Fragrant Fairies Sasanqua Camellia

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 10'-15'
  • W: 6'-10'

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Camellia 'Fragrant Fairies' plant details

Camellia 'Fragrant Fairies' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall and winter white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and regular 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 'Fragrant Fairies'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: theaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and winter
Uses: container plant, fall color, fragrant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Camellia 'Fragrant Fairies'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The dainty, pale pink, cupped blossoms of Fragrant Fairies are nestled tightly together along the stems and gently share their fragrance with any passerby on a warm late winter or early spring day. The flowers open over an extended period from early to late season.An exceptionally vigorous Sasanqua-like Camellia hybrid with an upright habit and colorful deep bronzy-red spring new growth.

Gardening facts about Camellia 'Fragrant Fairies' plant

How to Grow Camellia 'Fragrant Fairies'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

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

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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