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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.

Light Needs

Full Sun to Part Shade

USDA Zones

USDA Zones
7a - 9b

mature dimensions

3-4′ H x 4-5′ W

More About October Magic® Ruby™ Camellia

Bloom/Feature

Small christmas red, fully double blooms in fall

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Evergreen

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to 0°F

Key Features

Compact Habit

Flowering Season

Fall

Uses

Accent, Container, Hedge, Mass Planting, Privacy Planting

Water Needs

Medium

Fertilize

Feed throughout growing season

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

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