Enjoy STAR ABOVE STAR CAMELLIA bushes for their...

. huge semi-double eye-catching autumn flowers >>> October through December
. stunning semi-double bloom, white flushed with pink >>> great cut flower
. dense upright spreading growth habit >>> to 6-8'+ (semi-weeping with age)
. dressy dark green year-round foliage >>> evergreen + very refined
. eco-friendly nature >>> drought tolerant and long-lived in proper habitat
. garden versatility >>> shade gardens, containers, flowering privacy screens
. enduring popularity >>> a true Southern heritage plant - perfect gift idea!

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 vernalis 'Star Above Star'
Plant Family: Theaceae: Tea family
Plant Origin/Camellia Nursery Cultivar: Dekker, 1964. Introduced by McCaskill Gardens, Pasadena, CA
a.k.a: Xingshangxing Autumn Camellia, Fanxing

How to grow Star Above Star Camellia trees and shrubs:
. 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
. Maintain a thick, acidic mulch layer to protect shallow roots and conserve moisture
. Avoid unnecessary cultivation around camellia plants once they're established
. Grow Star Above Star 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. Star Above Star Camellia is guaranteed to delight your family and friends. Send gift plants that impress.

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