Early Wonder® Camellia

Camellia japonica 'Early Autumn'

Camellia lovers, rejoice. You can find your favorite traits in Early Wonder— profuse lavender-rose, formal double blooms; lush, dark green foliage that provides year-round appeal; an early blooming season; and an upright habit.

This plant is suitable for your USDA Zone 8b

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Light Needs

Full Sun to Part Shade

USDA Zones

USDA Zones 7a - 9b

mature dimensions

6–8′ high x 4–6′ wide

This plant is suitable for your USDA Zone 8b

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More About Early Wonder® Camellia

Bloom/Feature

Upright vigorous growth; bronze new growth turns dark green.

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Evergreen

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to 0°F to 10°F

Key Features

Attracts Birds / Butterflies, Cut Flowers, Fall Blooming, Returns Year After Year, Upright Habit

Flowering Season

Fall

Uses

Accent, Border, Container, Cut Flowers, Hedge, Mass Planting, Privacy Planting, Woodland Garden

Water Needs

Medium

Fertilize

Yearly in early spring

Pruning

Shape in early spring before first flush

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in full sun to part shade

• Dig hole 2X the width of pot

• Backfill and plant 1″-2″ above soil level

• Water and add more soil if needed

• Mulch 1-2″ deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem