Overview

Introduce elegance and vibrant color to your garden with this exquisite red camellia live plant. Known botanically as Camellia Japonica, this stunning flowering bush is a true spectacle, providing much-needed color during the colder months when most other plants are dormant. Our live camellia plant arrives ready to thrive, standing between 5 to 10 inches tall in a convenient 4-inch nursery pot. Perfect for gardeners looking to add a touch of sophistication, this camellia japonica tree is suitable for a variety of outdoor settings, from compact patios to lush garden beds. Its striking red blooms are a focal point, drawing admiration and enhancing any landscape design. Experience the joy of nurturing a plant that offers enduring beauty and a refreshing burst of life in late winter and early spring.

This resilient and beautiful plant is an excellent choice for those residing in USDA Hardiness Zones 6-9. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just starting, the charm of a red camellia live plant is undeniable. Its adaptability to various outdoor environments makes it a versatile addition, promising a vibrant display year after year. Prepare to be enchanted by the luxurious, deep red flowers that define this beloved camellia variety, transforming your outdoor space into a haven of natural beauty.

Key Benefits

Our red camellia live plant offers numerous advantages, making it a highly desirable addition to any garden or patio. Its unique blooming season and robust nature contribute to its appeal:

• Stunning Winter Blooms: Enjoy vibrant, deep red flowers from late winter to early spring, providing essential color and visual interest when most other plants are dormant. This makes your garden lively even during colder periods.
• Versatile Outdoor Plant: This compact flowering bush is perfectly suited for various outdoor applications. Plant it directly in garden beds, use it as a striking container plant on patios, or incorporate it into a mixed border for year-round structure.
• Compact Growth Habit: Reaching a mature height of 3-5 feet, this camellia japonica tree is ideal for smaller gardens, urban balconies, or as an understory plant. Its manageable size makes it easy to integrate into existing landscapes without overcrowding.
• Low Maintenance & Resilient: Once established, the red camellia live plant is relatively low-maintenance. It is known for its hardiness and ability to thrive in appropriate climates, requiring moderate watering and consistent care.
• Attracts Pollinators: Although blooming in cooler months, camellias can still attract early season pollinators, contributing to the biodiversity of your garden environment.
• Long-Lasting Flowers: The individual blooms are long-lasting, providing an extended period of enjoyment and beauty throughout its flowering season.
• Evergreen Foliage: Beyond its spectacular flowers, the camellia maintains lush, glossy green foliage year-round, offering continuous visual appeal and structural integrity to your garden even when not in bloom.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for your red camellia live plant is a rewarding experience, leading to years of beautiful blooms. This flowering bush plant thrives with specific attention to its environmental needs. For optimal growth, camellias prefer a location with partial shade, especially protection from intense afternoon sun. While they can tolerate full sun in cooler climates, a spot with morning sun and afternoon shade is ideal. Ensure good air circulation around the plant to prevent fungal issues. This plant is well-suited for USDA Hardiness Zones 6-9, indicating its ability to withstand a range of winter temperatures.

When it comes to watering, camellias require consistently moist, but not waterlogged, soil. Moderate watering is key; check the soil regularly, especially during dry spells and the blooming period. Allow the top inch or two of soil to dry out slightly between waterings. They prefer acidic, well-draining soil rich in organic matter. Amend heavy clay soils with compost or pine bark to improve drainage. Fertilize in early spring after the blooms fade, using a slow-release fertilizer formulated for acid-loving plants. Avoid fertilizing in late summer or fall, as this can encourage new growth that is susceptible to frost damage. Pruning should be done after flowering to maintain shape and remove any dead or crossing branches. Keep an eye out for common pests like scale insects or aphids, and treat them promptly with horticultural oil or insecticidal soap. Proper care ensures a robust and vibrant red camellia care routine.

Size & Details

This red camellia live plant arrives as a healthy, young specimen, typically measuring 5 to 10 inches in height from the base of the pot to the top of the foliage. It is carefully rooted in a 4-inch nursery pot, providing a stable environment for its journey to your home. Upon maturity, this Camellia Japonica variety can reach an impressive height of 3 to 5 feet, with a similar spread, forming a dense and attractive flowering bush. This makes it an excellent choice for smaller spaces, container gardening, or as a focal point in a mixed border. The plant is shipped as a rooted plant in its nursery pot, ensuring minimal transplant shock and a smooth transition to its new home. Expect its first spectacular red blooms in late winter to early spring, typically within its first year or two after planting, given proper care and conditions. The compact nature of this flowering bush plant also makes it a fantastic option for creating stunning container arrangements or for adding a touch of elegance to patios and decks.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this plant get? A: This red camellia live plant typically grows to a mature height of 3 to 5 feet tall and can spread similarly wide, forming a compact and dense flowering bush. Its size makes it suitable for various garden applications.
• Q: What size pot does it come in? A: The camellia plant is shipped in a standard 4-inch nursery pot, providing a secure and established root system for easy transplanting into your garden or a larger container.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: This Camellia Japonica is primarily an outdoor plant, thriving in USDA Hardiness Zones 6-9. While it can be brought indoors temporarily in very cold climates, it generally performs best outdoors with proper light and air circulation.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: Your red camellia live plant prefers partial shade, particularly protection from intense afternoon sun. A location with morning sun and afternoon shade is ideal for healthy growth and prolific blooming.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Yes, once established, the camellia outdoor plant is considered relatively low-maintenance. It requires consistent moisture, well-draining acidic soil, and protection from harsh sun, making red camellia care straightforward for most gardeners.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: Your plant will arrive healthy and well-packaged, rooted in its 4-inch nursery pot, ready for planting. We take great care to ensure the plant’s safe journey to your home.
• Q: Is it shipped in soil? A: Yes, the plant is shipped securely in its original nursery pot with soil, ensuring its roots remain undisturbed and hydrated during transit.
• Q: How long until it blooms? A: Given proper care and ideal conditions, your camellia japonica tree can begin to produce its beautiful red blooms in late winter to early spring, often within its first year or two after planting.
• Q: When is the best time to plant? A: The best time to plant your camellia is in spring or fall, allowing the plant to establish its roots before extreme temperatures. This helps ensure successful growth and future blooms.
• Q: Will it survive winter in my zone? A: This variety is hardy in USDA Zones 6-9. If you are within these zones, it should successfully overwinter outdoors. In colder zones, it may require winter protection or be treated as an annual.