Pink Perfection Camellia

Camellia japonica 'Pink Perfection'

Pink Perfection Camellia is an upright evergreen  shrub with dense glossy leaves that stay deep green year-round.  Abundant clusters of large double to peony form pink flowers bloom from late winter into spring  attracting butterflies.  Best blooms occur in  partial sun and acidic, well-drained soil.  

MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Medium maintenance. Too much water retention can increase susceptibility to fungal diseases, including root rot, black mold, blight, canker, anthracnose, and leaf spots.  Watch for aphids and spider mites.   Yellowing leaves indicate acidity too low. Fertilize monthly in spring and summer. If desired, remove all but one bud from each cluster to increase the size of the flower. Prune immediately after flowering.

LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings,  Borders,  Woodland Gardens,  Wildlife Gardens,  Naturalized Areas,  Screening, Foundation Plantings, Hedges, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS:   Azalea,  Astilbe,  Hosta

IMAGES: anonymous,  Camellia japonica 'Pink Perfection',  CC BY-SA 3.0, (2)  Frentea,  Camelia paris,  CC BY-SA 3.0, (3) Photo by Nicholas D., Japanese Camellia 'Pink Perfection' 

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.