Taylor's Perfection Camellia
Camellia x 'Taylor's Perfection'
SKU
1520
Handsome shrub with leathery, dark green foliage that backs a profusion of exquisite light pink, large, semi-double blooms. A prized plant of the milder regions of the U.S. Mid to late season bloomer. Evergreen. Moderate growing 6 to 8 ft. tall and wide. Filtered sun. Cutting grown.
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8 - 10 Change
Filtered sun
Water regularly, when top 3 in. of soil is dry.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | kuh-MEE-lee-uh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 6 to 8 ft. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Winter |
| Design Ideas | This soft pink camellia deserves a place in high profile foundation planting or as a backdrop to outdoor living spaces in the backyard. A must for Asian or woodland garden settings under large, old shade trees with filtered canopies. Dress up a wall or garage as a shrub or train the dense, spreading habit of this Camellia as an espalier for a formal look. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Cottage |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Espalier, Hedge, Mass Planting, Privacy Screen, Woodland Garden, Cutting Garden |
| Light Needs | Filtered sun |
| Soil Needs | Azalea & Camellia Food |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Shade Loving, Tolerates Acidic Soil, Year-round Interest |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly, when top 3 in. of soil is dry. |
| Key Feature | Showy Winter Flowers |
Provide organically rich, well-drained, acidic soil. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Prune lightly to shape and feed with an acid fertilizer after flowering.
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