Camellia japonica 'Rose Dawn' (Rose Dawn Camellia)


Botanical Information

FamilyTheaceae
GenusCamellia
Speciesjaponica
Cultivar'Rose Dawn'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginOriginated in Sefner, Florida, United States of America.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone7a-9b
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone8
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH3-H6
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-17.7 -(-3.8)
Temperature (°F)0-25
Height3-4 m
Spread1-2 m
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodJanuary, February, December

Description and Growing Information

ShapeRound, low canopy, with 50 cm ground clearance.
LandscapeGood as hedges or screening, woodland edging, or a colourful accent.
PropagationHardwood cuttings planted with rooting hormone. Will begin to root within 2 or 3 months.
CultivationThis shrub does best in full to partial shade. Prefers moist and well drained soils, but will die in standing water.
Notable SpecimensBok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales, Florida, United States of America.
Leaf DescriptionGlossy, dark green foliage.
Flower DescriptionFormal double flower, with deep rose pink petals.
Colour DescriptionDeep rose pink

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