Camellia japonica  ‘Chie Tarumoto’ Camellia (Camellia japonica) ka-MEE-lee-ah jah-PON-ih-kah Genus:  Camellia Japanese camellias shine in winter, with their glossy, deep green leaves and brilliant symmetry. Red, pink, and white lowers appear in spring, and they range from solids to stripes and from single cups of petals to tight double blooms. -Nellie Neal, Regional Picks: Southeast, Fine Gardening issue #127 Care:  Moist, rich, well-drained, acidic soil. Camellias need extra water during dry summers. Horticultural oil spray applied after flowering prevents scale and other insects. Propagation:   From cuttings.

Overview

Height 10 ft. to 15 ft. Spread 10 ft. to 15 ft. Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Moderate Characteristics Showy Flowers Bloom Time Early Spring, Spring Flower Color Pink, Red, White Foliage Color Evergreen Uses Shade Style Formal Garden Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Type Shrubs