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April Blush Camellia

Camellia japonica 'April Blush'

Pronunciation: kuh-MEE-lee-uh juh-PON-ih-kuh
SKU #07518
7-9

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LIGHT: Filtered sun, Full shade, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun
WATER: Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Slow growing; reaches 10 ft. tall, 4 to 7 ft. wide.

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Description This evergreen shrub has an upright, to rounded form. Asian in origin, April Blush provides year-round interest due to its glossy dark green leaves and smooth gray bark. From late winter to spring, its rounded buds open to present many large, semi-double, shell pink flowers. Use in hedges, foundations, mixed borders or as a specimen.
Bloom Time Winter through early spring
Deciduous/Evergreen Evergreen
Special Features Easy Care, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs
Growth Rate Slow
Flower Attributes Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers
Landscape Use Espalier, Hedge
Flower Color Pink
Foliage Color Dark Green
Companion Plants Azalea (Azalea); Forsythia (Forsythia); Fern (Athyrium); Lily of the Valley (Pieris); Winter Daphne (Daphne)
Care Instructions Prefers evenly moist, fertile acidic soil. Foliage and flower buds may suffer from sunscald and wind desiccation in winter, so avoid planting in highly exposed areas.
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DescriptionThis evergreen shrub has an upright, to rounded form. Asian in origin, April Blush provides year-round interest due to its glossy dark green leaves and smooth gray bark. From late winter to spring, its rounded buds open to present many large, semi-double, shell pink flowers. Use in hedges, foundations, mixed borders or as a specimen.
Bloom TimeWinter through early spring
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs
Growth RateSlow
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseEspalier, Hedge
Flower ColorPink
Foliage ColorDark Green
Companion PlantsAzalea (Azalea); Forsythia (Forsythia); Fern (Athyrium); Lily of the Valley (Pieris); Winter Daphne (Daphne)
Care
Care InstructionsPrefers evenly moist, fertile acidic soil. Foliage and flower buds may suffer from sunscald and wind desiccation in winter, so avoid planting in highly exposed areas.

Frequently asked questions

Does April Blush Camellia produce flowers?
Winter through early spring
Is April Blush Camellia evergreen or deciduous?
April Blush Camellia is Evergreen.
What are the special features of April Blush Camellia?
April Blush Camellia is Easy Care, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs.
How fast does April Blush Camellia grow?
April Blush Camellia has a Slow growth rate.
Where can I use April Blush Camellia in my landscape?
April Blush Camellia is suitable for: Espalier, Hedge.
What color are April Blush Camellia flowers?
April Blush Camellia produces Pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of April Blush Camellia?
April Blush Camellia has Dark Green foliage.
What plants grow well with April Blush Camellia?
Good companion plants for April Blush Camellia include: Azalea (Azalea); Forsythia (Forsythia); Fern (Athyrium); Lily of the Valley (Pieris); Winter Daphne (Daphne).
How do I care for April Blush Camellia?
Prefers evenly moist, fertile acidic soil. Foliage and flower buds may suffer from sunscald and wind desiccation in winter, so avoid planting in highly exposed areas.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.