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1 ft./yr Growth
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Autumn Spirit Camellia Information
About The Autumn Spirit Camellia
Autumn Spirit Camellia: A Burst of Fall Color
Why should spring have all the floral fun? The Autumn Spirit Camellia delivers gorgeous, peony-like blooms in rich shades of pink just as summer starts to fade. This fall-blooming beauty keeps your garden colorful when most other plants are winding down.
Why You'll Love It:
- Late-Season Blooms: Enjoy vibrant flowers that brighten your fall garden.
- Evergreen Elegance: Lush, glossy green leaves provide year-round beauty.
- Compact & Manageable: Perfect for small gardens, borders, or even containers.
- Cold-Hardy: More resilient than many other camellias.
Perfect for:
Patios, foundation plantings, woodland gardens, or as a striking hedge. It also thrives in pots, making it a great option for balconies or porches.
Planting Tips:
- Light: Prefers partial shade for best bloom production.
- Soil: Loves well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
- Water: Keep soil evenly moist, especially in the first year.
- Size: Grows to about 5–6 feet tall and wide.
Add the Autumn Spirit Camellia to your landscape and keep the color going long after summer says goodbye!
Autumn Spirit Camellia Details
Mature Height:
5-6 ft.
Mature Width:
5-6 ft.
Sunlight:
Full-Part Sun
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Botanical Name:
Camellia x 'Autumn Spirit'
Grows Well In Zones:
6-9 outdoors
Does Not Ship To:
AK, AZ, HI, OR
Growing Zones 6-9 Outdoors
(Hardy down to 0° F)
Watering Requirements
Newly planted shrubs need frequent waterings, often 2-3 times a week or daily in hot weather to establish strong roots. Established in-ground plants only need a deep soaking 1–2 times a week during dry spells. Containers always dry out faster and require daily checking, often needing a thorough watering almost every single day during the summer heat.
Sunlight Requirements
Thrives in partial shade, preferably morning sun and afternoon shade. They can tolerate full sun in cooler northern climates, but they should be shielded from intense afternoon sun in warmer southern climates to protect their leaves.
Humidity Requirements
Prefers moderate to higher humidity conditions, thriving in coastal or naturally humid environments.
Pet-Friendly Plant?
Yes, this plant is safe for homes with pets.
How and when should you fertilize camellias?
Fertilize camellias in spring after their blooming cycle finishes using an acid-forming fertilizer formulated for azaleas, rhododendrons, and camellias. You can use either a synthetic fertilizer or organic amendments like composted pine bark or well-rotted compost. Apply fertilizer sparingly 2–3 times between early spring and mid-summer, avoiding late-autumn fertilizing, which can trigger delicate new growth that gets damaged by winter cold.
How do you prune camellias for healthy growth and maximum blooms?
Prune camellias in late spring immediately after their flowers fade before new flower buds set for the next season. Trim back dead or crossing branches, thin out inner growth to improve air circulation and light penetration, and shape the shrub lightly using clean bypass pruners.
Our planters are made from the highest quality materials, and designed to complement a range of styles.
No Exterior Planter
Fiberglass Planters
Grow Pot
Plastic container with drainage holes used by our greenhouse
Agnes
Lightweight fiberglass with a drainage hole and removable stopper
Mexia
Lightweight fiberglass with a drainage hole and removable stopper
All of our plants ship in premium packaging for zero damage on arrival. Here’s what you can expect in your box on arrival:
Your Autumn Spirit Camellia
Fully rooted in a nursery pot with soil intact
Custom Protection System
Corner guards, soil stabilizer, and branch sleeves keep it secure
Pre-Watered & Ready
Each plant is watered 24 hours before it is shipped
Care Instructions Card
Includes expert-curated care tips to help your plant thrive far beyond the first 30 days.
Perfect For Gifting
No pricing or packing slips included with gifts! Just the plant and a note.
Additional Resources
- Video: Workshop Tutorial 1
- Video: Workshop Tutorial 2
- Video: Workshop Tutorial 3
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- Gardening 101: How to Dig the Perfect Hole
- Gardening 101: How to Determine Sunlight in Your Garden
- Gardening 101: How to Mulch Your Garden
- Gardening 101: How to Water Your Garden
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