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Pink Perfection Camellia Japonica Shrubs for Sale Online
Pink Perfection Camellia Japonica Shrubs or Camellia japonica 'Pink Perfection' is a very popular evergreen shrub with gorgeous pale pink flowers that bloom in early spring. Compact, with a moderate growth rate. Great as a patio plant, screen, or in a mixed border.
Camellia japonica and most of its cultivars are considered to be winter hardy to USDA Zones 6-9. Even where winter-hardy, unusually cold temperatures in winter, particularly when occurring as a sudden temperature change, can damage or sometimes kill these plants.
Pink Perfection Camellia evergreen flowering shrubs should be grown in moist, acidic, organically rich, well-drained soils in part shade. Consistent and even moisture is important. Plants require protection from direct afternoon sun and wind. Best location may be sun-dappled part shade. Best with a root mulch. Fertilize monthly in spring and summer. If desired, remove all but one bud from each cluster to increase the size of the flower. Prune immediately after flowering.

Hardiness Zone: | 6-9 |
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Mature Height: | 8 to 10 Feet |
Mature Width: | 5 to 8 Feet |
Classification: | Broad leaved evergreen shrub, spring flowering |
Sunlight: | Part sun to shade |
Habit: | Evergreen, densely branched |
Flower Color: | Pale pink flowers in very early spring |
Foliage: | Dark green |
Soil Condition: | Any well drained soil |
Water Requirements: | Water well until established |
Uses: | Extremely attractive when used as a focal point in the mixed border, mass planting, or a specimen planting. Provides unmatched winter interest due to its flowering in the late winter |