Early Autumn Camellia - 3 Gallons for Zones 7-9

Early Autumn Camellia: A Hardy Evergreen for Early Blooming Beauty

Unique Features and Botanical Information

• Botanical Name: Camellia japonica 'Early Autumn'
• Common Names: Early Autumn Camellia, Early Wonder Camellia

Shipping Restrictions

We do not ship our plants to the following states: AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, UT, WA, or WY. All orders to these states will be automatically cancelled.

Abundant Early Blooming Period

Early Autumn Camellia is a hardy evergreen shrub renowned for its early blooming period, which spans from early September to March. Its showy blooms, 4 inches in diameter, are deep pink to lavender rose and are semi-double to formal double, adding a striking contrast to its glossy, dark green foliage.

Growth and Maintenance

• Growth Habit: Moderate to tall growing, with an upright habit, reaching 8-10 feet tall and 6-8 feet wide at maturity.
• Pruning: Requires minimal pruning and maintenance.
• Uses: Perfect for specimen planting, groupings, hedges, espalier (trained to grow flat against a wall), foundation plantings, borders, mass plantings, woodland gardens, and containers.

Ideal Growing Conditions

• Sunlight: Thrives in hardiness zones 7-9, preferring morning sun and afternoon shade, full shade or partial shade. Avoid direct hot afternoon sun.
• Soil: Prefers acidic, moist, and well-drained soil but does not tolerate constant soggy soil.
• Hardiness: Once established, it can withstand drought, heat, and humidity.

Outdoor Versatility

Early Autumn Camellia is a versatile addition to any outdoor garden, suitable for a wide range of applications from specimen planting to mass plantings and container gardening. Its early blooming period makes it a unique and beautiful addition to any landscape or garden.