October Magic® Ruby™ Camellia
Camellia sasanqua 'Green 02-003' PP24538
Ruby has the dense semi-dwarf nature of ‘Shi-Shi-Gashira’ but a softer appearance in the landscape. Blooms heavily throughout fall. Small Christmas red, fully double blooms decorate the deep olive green, super glossy foliage on this compact plant.
Bloom/Feature
Small christmas red, fully double blooms in fall
Plant Type
New IntroductionsPreviewShrubs
Evergreen or Deciduous
Evergreen
USDA Zones
7, 8, 9
Zone Detail
0°F
Key Features
Compact Habit
Use
Accent, Container, Hedge, Mass Planting, Privacy Planting
Exposure
Full Sun to Part Shade
Water
Soil Type
Well-drained garden soil with rich organic matter
Fertilizer
Feed throughout growing season
Dimensions
3-4' H x 4-5' W
Pruning
Shape in early spring before first flush
Planting Instructions
- water before planting
- plant in Full Sun to Part Shade
- dig hole 3X the width of pot,
- backfill and plant 1"-2" above soil level
- water and add more soil if needed
- mulch plants
- Fertilize October through November
