About This Product
Botanical Name: Camellia japonica 'Kumasaka'
Common Name: Kumasaka Camellia
An understory evergreen shrub with an upright growth habit. Flowers are large to midsize, double, and rose or peony form. Petals are bright reddish pink, sometimes streaked in red. Stamens are bright golden yellow. Blooms from January to May in California. Leaves are glossy, dark green, and have finely serrated edges. Can tolerate full shade. Needs acidic soil, pH 5.1 - 6.0.
USDA Zone: Zones 7 - 9
Sunset Zone: Zones 4 - 9, 12, 14 - 24; H1
Mature Height: 6 - 12 feet
Mature Width: 6 - 12 feet
Light Needs: Filtered Sun, Partial Shade, Shade
Water Needs: Moderate, Regular