Camellia japonica 'R.L. Wheeler ' ~ R.L. Wheeler Camellia zone-12 IMAGE: Dave Whitinger

IMAGE: Dave Whitinger

Attractive red flowers bloom in spring before the foliage emerges and gives way to red-tinged samaras

Pink buds open to airy clusters of tiny snow white bell-like flowers that bloom from late spring to early summer attracting butterflies

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4’ - 5'

Camellia japonica 'R.L. Wheeler ' ~ R.L. Wheeler Camellia zone-12 IMAGE: Dave WhitingerR. L. Wheeler Camellia is a large upright evergreen shrub with glossy leaves that stay deep green year round. Its large semi double to anemone style flowers are a textured deep pink that bloom from late winter into early spring attracting butterflies. Best blooms occur in partial sun and acidic, well drained soil. Type: Shrub Height: 8 10 Spread: 6 7 Spacing: 7 USDA Hardiness Zone: 7 9 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: Pink Season of Interest: