Blooming & Beautiful - Early Autumn Camellia - 3 Gal - Evergreen Shrub - Deep Pink Semi-Double Blooms -Blooms Sept to March - Hardiness Zones 7-9 - Camellia Japonica ‘Early Autumn’ - 3 Gallon Pot

Description

Camellia japonica 'Early Autumn' is a cultivar of the Camellia japonica species, which is native to Japan, Korea, and China. It is a popular ornamental plant and is often grown for its beautiful flowers. The 'Early Autumn' variety of Camellia japonica is known for its early blooming period, which typically occurs from early fall, as early as September to March. The flowers of 'Early Autumn' are large, measuring up to 5 inches in diameter, and have a beautiful deep pink, lavender rose color. They are semi-double, meaning they have more than one row of petals, but not as many as a fully double flower. The plant itself is an evergreen flowering shrub that can grow up to 15 feet tall and wide, but it is often smaller when grown in containers or as a specimen plant. Moderate to tall growing and with an upright dense habit, this japonica variety will mostly reach 8-10 feet tall and 6-8 feet wide at maturity. It has glossy, dark green leaves that are 2 to 4 inches long and 1 to 2 inches wide. Camellia japonica 'Early Autumn' prefers partial shade and acidic, well-draining soil. It does not like direct hot afternoon sun or constantly soggy soil. It is generally hardy in USDA zones 7 to 9, but may require protection in colder areas. Vigourous with moderate growth rate, they require minimal pruning and maintenance, making it a popular choice for woodland gardens, landscapes, espalier, hedges, screens, and containers. Can live with drought, heat, and humidity once established.