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Camellia sasanqua 'Cotton Candy'

Also Known As

  • Cotton Candy Camellia

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-10'
  • W: 6'-10'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

Camellia sasanqua 'Cotton Candy' plant details

Camellia sasanqua 'Cotton Candy' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall and winter pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. 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 'Cotton Candy'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Camellia sasanqua 'Cotton Candy'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The large ruffled semi-double flowers of this handsome 6-10' evergreen are a clear "cotton-candy" pink and appear when few other flowers fear to tread - early winter... enjoy! S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Camellia sasanqua 'Cotton Candy' plant

How to Grow Camellia sasanqua 'Cotton Candy'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

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

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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