Moonlight Bay Camellia
Camellia japonica 'Moonlight Bay'
SKU
31741
Elegant blooms contrast beautifully with glossy, dark green foliage on this classic shrub. The large, double to semi-double flowers are predominantly white with some flushed pink, resulting in a light orchid pink overall hue. Vigorous, upright yet compact growth habit is ideal for foundation, hedge or container. Evergreen.
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Filtered sun, Partial shade, Partial sun
Water regularly, when top 3 in. of soil is dry.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | kuh-MEE-lee-uh juh-PON-ih-kuh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing 8 to 10 ft. tall, 5 to 8 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Late winter to spring |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | White |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Cottage |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Container, Espalier, Hedge, Specimen, Cutting Garden |
| Light Needs | Filtered sun, Partial shade, Partial sun |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Tolerates Acidic Soil, Year-round Interest, Pet Friendly, Compact Form |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly, when top 3 in. of soil is dry. |
| Key Feature | Flowering Evergreen Shrub |
Provide well-drained soil, rich in organic matter. Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Water deeply and less frequently, once established. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 8 - 10
Your climate may be too cold for this plant