Camellia sasanqua October Magic™ Dawn PP20453

Scientific Name: Camellia sasanqua 'Green 99-012'

Also Known As

October Magic™ Dawn Sasanqua Camellia

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-7'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Camellia sasanqua October Magic™ Dawn PP20453 plant details

Camellia sasanqua October Magic™ Dawn PP20453 is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall and winter apricot and 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 sasanqua October Magic™ Dawn PP20453

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: theaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 7 FT - tall
Flowers: apricot and pink blooms in fall and winter
Uses: container plant, fall color, long-blooming, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Camellia sasanqua October Magic™ Dawn PP20453

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large rose to peony form peachy pink Camellia Japonica like flowers are shine brightly against the deep dark green dense foliage of this 5-7' Sasanqua Camellia. October Magic® Dawn's later flowering season bridging the gap between the Sasanqua and Japonica flowering seasons according to Bobby Green. Naturally develops into an upright to conical evergreen shrub well suited for use as a specimen plant or medium sized hedge.A Southern Living Plant Collection introduction from the breeding work of Bobby Green and Green Nurseries.