October Magic® Inspiration™ Camellia

Camellia sasanqua 'Green 97-039' PP20566

Plant the upright, bushy Inspiration in light shade for best bloom performance. The large double flowers are white with a narrow magenta margin and new spring growth is maroon.

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 4-5′ wide

This plant is suitable for your USDA Zone 8b

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More About October Magic® Inspiration™ Camellia

Bloom/Feature

Vigorous & upright; maroon new growth; blooms fall into winter.

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Evergreen

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to 0°F to 10°F

Key Features

Attracts Birds / Butterflies, Cut Flowers, Fall Blooming, Upright Habit, Year-Round Interest

Flowering Season

Fall

Uses

Accent, Border, Container, Firescaping, Hedge, Mass Planting, Privacy Planting

Water Needs

Medium

Fertilize

Yearly in late 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

• Plant 1-2″ above ground soil level, backfill hole with soil

• Water deeply to settle, then add more soil if needed

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