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Perfectly pink and just the right size

Camellia sasanqua October Magic® Pink Perplexion

A semi-dwarf variety with an abundance of pink, formal double flowers that transfer a unique hint of coral

A perplexing color to identify, the tissue-like flowers of this intriguing new sasanqua bloom in various shades of pink with a hint of coral, and are plentiful at a young age. A semi-dwarf plant with spreading to rounded growth, the dark green foliage provides a perfect backdrop for an incredible display of blooms in the fall.

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Who Am I?

  • Common Name

    October Magic® Pink Perplexion camellia
  • Botanical Name

    Camellia sasanqua ‘Green 02-019’ PP27334
  • Type

    Shrub
  • Evergreen?

    YES
  • Bloom Time

    October-November
  • Bloom Color

    Pink

Cultural Details

  • Bloom Time

    October-November
  • Size

    4’ tall x 4’ wide
  • Hardiness Zone

    7-9
  • Light

    Full sun/ Afternoon shade
  • Soil

    Average garden soil
  • Moisture

    Moist, but well-drained
  • Disease & Pests

    Occasional scale
  • Landscape Use

    Foundation plantings, mass plantings, urban gardens
  • Propagation

    Cuttings
  • Pruning

    These camellias flower in fall. Should they need any pruning to shape them, be sure to do that in early spring to allow for enough time for flowers buds to form.