Camellia hiemalis ‘Green 94-035′ October Magic™ Orchid PP# 20465
A dense, compact grower
| Common Name | October Magic Orchid camellia |
| Size | 4-5' tall by 5-6' wide |
| USDA hardiness Zones | 7-9 |
| Sun / Shade | Full sun / Part shade |
| Soil | Average garden soil |
| Moisture | Moist, but well drained |
| Disease and Pests | None known |
| Landscape use | Foundation plantings, focal point, specimens, urban gardens |
| Market appeal / Uniqueness | Miniature pink and white bicolor flowers burst into a profusion of bloom in mid October and continue into November providing the landscape with much needed blooms that time of year. |
| Propagation Methods | Softwood cuttings |
| Date of Introduction | June 2011 |
| Bloom Time | October to November |
Angela’s Garden Notes:
The October Magic™ Series of Camellia
Camellia hiemalis, often called the dwarf sassanqua, is the lesser known relative to the more popular Camellia sassanqua. C. hiemalis is fall blooming as well, but more cold hardy than it’s cousin. Some of these new selections have proven hardy in USDA Zone 6, but we are saying zone 7 to be safe. As summer fades and the nights begin to cool, the October Magic™ Series usher in the camellia season in beautiful fashion. Graceful in form and one of the loveliest of autumn flowers, the soft fragrance of sasanquas conjure up memories of southern gardens amass with blooms. These new selections offer all of the nuances we’ve grown to love in sasanquas and then some. There’s a shape, size and color to fit any garden.