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Camellia 'Winter's Fire'

Also Known As

  • Winter's Fire Camellia

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'-5'
  • W: 5'-6'

planting zones

  • 6b-10b

Camellia 'Winter's Fire' plant details

Camellia 'Winter's Fire' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall and winter pink and red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with 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 'Winter's Fire'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: theaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and red blooms in fall and winter
Uses: container plant, winter interest, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Camellia 'Winter's Fire'

USDA Zones: 6b - 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

Well-named for the extraordinary number of bright 4-5" fire-red-to-pink flowers it produces November into February, this handsome upright evergreen will be enjoyed as a lovely hedge or single specimen. PSh/M

Gardening facts about Camellia 'Winter's Fire' plant

How to Grow Camellia 'Winter's Fire'

  • Sun Exposure

    • 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

    • pink
    • red
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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