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October Magic®
Camellia sasanqua 'Ruby' ('Green 02-003')
Camellia: Patent PP24538
- » Christmas red, fully double blooms
- » Deep green, super glossy foliage on a compact conical habit
- » October Magic® Camellias are more vigorous, disease resistant, and bloom later into winter
- Category:Camellia
- Breeder:Southern Living® Plant Collection
- Hardiness Zone:7-9
- Height:3-4 ft
- Spread:4-5 ft
- Bloom Color: Red
- Foliage Color: Dark Green
Availability not guaranteed; for informational purposes only.
Attributes
| • | Accent |
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Container |
| • | Cut Flower/Foliage |
| • | Evergreen |
| • | Hedge |
| • | Low Maintenance |
| • | Mass Planting |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Fall |
Additional Information about Camellia sasanqua October Magic® 'Ruby'
Brilliant, Christmas red, fully double blooms decorate the deep olive green, super glossy foliage on this compact plant. Ruby has the dense semi-dwarf nature of 'ShiShi Gashira' but a softer appearance in the landscape. Blooms heavily throughout fall.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Camellia sasanqua October Magic® 'Ruby'
Water before planting.
Dig hole 2X the width of pot.
Plant 1-2” above ground soil level, backfill hole with soil.
Water and add more soil if needed.
Mulch 1-2” deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem.