Cecilia Camellia is an evergreen shrub with a dense upright habit and glossy green foliage. The abundant clear white double flowers with pink backing and may have pink edging bloom from mid fall to mid winter, attracting butterflies. Best blooms occur in partial sun and acidic, well-drained soil. Drought and deer resistant.
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Height: |
8’ - 10’ |
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Spread: |
4’ - 6’ |
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Spacing: |
5’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
6 - 9 |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Medium maintenance. Too much water retention can increase susceptibility to fungal diseases, including root rot, black mold, blight, canker, anthracnose, and leaf spots. Watch for aphids and spider mites. Yellowing leaves indicate acidity too low. 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.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Wildlife Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Screening, Foundation Plantings, Hedges, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Hydrangea, Flowering Cherry, Lily of the Valley
IMAGES: Virginia Camellia Society, Camellia sasanqua 'Cecilia' (2008) (1)+(2)
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
