Camellia sasanqua October Magic™ Ruby PP24538

Scientific Name: Camellia sasanqua 'Green 02-003'

Also Known As

October Magic™ Ruby Sasanqua Camellia

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-5'
W: 4'-5'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Camellia sasanqua October Magic™ Ruby PP24538 plant details

Camellia sasanqua October Magic™ Ruby PP24538 is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall and winter red 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™ Ruby PP24538

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: theaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and winter
Uses: compact, container plant, easy-to-grow, fall color, long-blooming, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Camellia sasanqua October Magic™ Ruby PP24538

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

With all the excellent traits of of Shi-Shi Gashira but with rich double red, peony form flowers. October Magic®Ruby is an easy to grow small evergreen shrub with a naturally dwarf and compact, rounded habit that flowers over an extended period in fall. Rich dark green glossy foliage. A Southern Living Plant Collection introduction from the breeding work of Bobby Green and Green Nurseries.