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- Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 6 - 8 Feet
- Mature Spread 6 - 8 Feet
- Growing Zones 7 - 9
The large, double-bloom flowers of the Early Wonder® Camellia may stop you in your tracks. The rosy-pink flowers are absolutely stunning and are contrasted by dark green foliage with subtly serrated edges and a leathery texture. This upright plant, also known as Camellia japonica 'Early Autumn,' offers year-round appeal. It starts to bloom in the fall, with flowers lasting throughout the winter and into the spring in mild climates.
Use the Early Wonder® Camellia as a mass planting or hedge to make a bold statement or let the striking beauty shine through by using this plant as an accent or a specimen planting. This tree-like shrub can grow rather large and reach heights of 6 to 8 feet, so plant it in an area that can accommodate a large plant and ensure it will not block light or interfere with other nearby plants. This flowering beauty is a perennial in USDA zones 7 through 9.
Early Wonder® Camellia Plant Care
This plant needs at least 3 to 4 hours of direct sunlight to thrive, so select a spot that receives full sun to part shade. Plant in a well-draining, slightly acidic soil. Amend the soil with organic material like compost to help give the plant an extra boost of nutrition. The Early Wonder® Camellia has medium water needs, and let the top few inches of the soil completely dry out before giving the plant water when it is blooming.
Fertilize in the spring using a slow-release acidic plant food or an organic acidic plant fertilizer. This plant generally maintains a neat appearance but trim back any overgrowth or damaged sections in the spring.
Early Wonder® Camellia Plant Spacing
If using Early Wonder® Camellia to create a hedge or a wall of greenery, space plants as close as 3 feet apart. Plants can be spaced further apart if that fits your landscape and the look you want to achieve. Mature Early Wonder® Camellia will be 6 to 8 feet tall and 4 to 6 feet wide.
Early Wonder® Camellia Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 7 - 9 |
| Plant Type: Bushes |
| Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 6 - 8 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 4 - 6 Feet |
| Spacing: 3 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Pink |
| Flower Description: Rosy Pink With Double Petals |
| Bloom Period: Fall |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: |
| Seasonal Interest: Fall Flowering |
| Watering: Consistent |
| Resists: N/A |
| Tolerates: N/A |
| Attracts: N/A |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Borders, Hedges & Privacy, Mass Planting, Wildlife Gardens |
| Features: Cut Flowers, Continuous Blooming or Rebloomer |
| Brand: Southern Living Plants |
| Common Name: Early Wonder® Camellia |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: Camellia japonica 'Early Autumn' |
- SKU:
- CAMEW
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Know As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Know As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Know As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Know As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Know As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Know As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations
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Time of Order:
Summer Shipping
- If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.
- We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.
It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.
