Enjoy SNOW ON THE MOUNTAIN SASANQUA CAMELLIA bushes for their...

. masses of semi-double snow white fall flowers >>> prolonged flowering
. Mine-No-Yuki Camellia flowers are about three inches wide and peony-form
. distinctive spreading habit >>> graceful growth to 3-5'+ with equal spread
. lustrous evergreen foliage >>> glossy + leathery + dark green
. eco-friendly nature >>> easy-to-grow, pest-free and long-lived in proper habitat
. garden versatility >>> shade gardens, containers, flowering privacy screens
. enduring popularity >>> a true Southern heritage plant

USDA plant hardiness zones: 7, 8, 9 | considered winter hardy to 0 °F (-18°C)
Sunset plant hardiness zones: 4-9, 14-24 [western states]

LIGHT: partial shade [increased sun tolerance with ample moisture]
WATER: evenly moist [considered drought tolerant once established]
SOIL: fertile + humus-rich + acidic + well-drained

Botanical Name: Camellia x hiemalis 'Mine-No-Yuki'
(Japanese for "Snow on the Mountain")
Plant Family: Theaceae: Tea family
Plant Origin/Camellia Nursery Cultivar: China + Japan | 1898
Literary allusion! In the book To Kill a Mockingbird, Mrs. Dubose, after she dies, leaves Jem a perfect Snow on the Mountain camellia as a symbol of courage and purity.
a.k.a: Mine-No-Yuki Camellia, White Doves Autumn Camellia

How to grow Snow on the Mountain Autumn Camellias:
. Select a location that provides adequate sunlight, water, and soil requirements (see above)
. Plant high, with trunk base well above soil line to ensure adequate drainage
. Water regularly throughout the year and during dry spells for optimum performance
. Fertilize Autumn Camellias in spring with an acid fertilizer and again in early July
. Prune after flowering to ensure maximum bud set/flowers for next year's bloom (not necessary)
. Maintain a thick, acidic mulch layer to protect shallow roots and conserve moisture
. Avoid unnecessary cultivation around camellia plants once they're established
. Grow Snow on the Mountain Camellias in large winter-protected containers in colder climates

Shipping Size/Price: Premium Three Gallon [#3G] nursery-grown plant (11.36L)
We ship large, gift quality plants in their original container and soil. Snow on the Mountain Sasanqua Camellia is guaranteed to delight your family and friends. Send flowering gift plants that impress.

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