Camellia Yuletide

Camellia Sasanqua ‘Yuletide’ is a vibrant and charming evergreen shrub that brings a burst of color and elegance to gardens throughout the winter months. Known for its brilliant red flowers and lush foliage, this Camellia variety is a fantastic choice for adding seasonal beauty and structure to various landscape settings.

Evergreen or Deciduous: Evergreen
Mature Height (meters): Typically grows to about 1.5-2.5 meters.
Mature Width (meters): Spreads up to 1.5-2 meters.
Spacing: Plant 1.2-2 meters apart to allow for natural growth and to avoid overcrowding.
Foliage: Features glossy, dark green leaves that provide a lush, year-round backdrop and a dense, attractive appearance.
Flowering Period: Blooms from late fall to early winter, producing vivid red, single flowers with a subtle, sweet fragrance. The flowers have a striking appearance with a cheerful winter bloom.
Form/Habit: Compact, rounded form with a dense, bushy habit. It maintains its shape with minimal pruning, making it an easy-care plant.
Uses: Ideal for garden beds, borders, and foundation plantings. It is also excellent for container gardening and adding a splash of winter color to garden designs.
Sun: Prefers partial shade to full sun. Best grown in locations with morning sun and afternoon shade or dappled light to ensure optimal growth and flowering.
Maintenance: Low maintenance; requires minimal pruning to maintain shape and remove spent flowers. Regular watering and occasional feeding will help keep the plant healthy.
Water Requirement: Moderate; prefers consistently moist, well-drained soil. Mulch can be used to retain soil moisture and keep roots cool.

Camellia Sasanqua ‘Yuletide’ not only adds vibrant color and visual interest to any garden but also offers year-round evergreen foliage and a charming winter bloom. Its low-maintenance care and adaptability to various garden settings make it a favorite among gardeners looking to enhance their outdoor spaces.