Spellbound Camellia
Camellia japonica 'Spellbound'
Pronunciation: kuh-MEE-lee-uh juh-PON-ih-kuh
SKU #30901
| Description | Stunning pink flowers with overlapping, rose-like petals contrast beautifully with glossy, dark green foliage. This elegant evergreen shrub is perfect for an easy-care foundation planting, informal hedge or espalier. Great container specimen for cool-season color impact. Evergreen. |
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| Light | Filtered sun, Partial shade |
| Watering | Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry. |
| Blooms | Winter to early spring |
| Mature Size | Reaches 8 to 10 ft. tall, 6 to 8 ft. wide. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
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| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Benefits Birds |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Container, Espalier, Hedge, Privacy Screen |
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| Design Ideas | Plant within viewing distance in patio beds, containers or in the foundation plantings around home or structure. Great as an espalier to cover walls in north-facing exposures. If set back in a woodland setting, plant in mass and complement with low growing perennials. A wonderful specimen in Asian gardens. |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Azalea (Azalea); Forsythia (Forsythia); Fern (Athyrium); Lily of the Valley (Pieris); Winter Daphne (Daphne) |
| Care | Easily grown in enriched, evenly moist, well-drained soil. Best in a north-facing exposure; protect from harsh sun. Mulch to keep roots cool in hot summer areas. Clip spent flowers and apply an acid fertilizer after bloom. |
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| Lore | Camellias represent longevity and faithfulness and have long been a primary floral component in Asian weddings. Red camellias are a symbol of wealth and white Camellias signify loveliness. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 8-10
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 7
Your climate may be too cold for this plant
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Lowe's 1717 East West Connector
Austell, GA 30106 -
Lowe's 4950 Peachtree Industrial Blvd.
Chamblee, GA 30341