Our October Magic® Camellias were bred for improved habit (so less pruning) and more flowers. Ruby™ has a compact, naturally rounded form and longer bloom time, with brilliant Christmas red, double peony-form flowers. Glossy dark green evergreen foliage.
4–9, 12, 14–24
0°F to 10°F USDA zones 7–10
3-4' H x 4-5' W
Accent, Border, Container, Cottage/Informal, Cut Flowers/Foliage, Garden Bed, Hedge, Mass planting, Privacy Planting
Evergreen
Slow
Part sun to shade
Compact habit, Cut Flowers, Fall Blooming
Feature
Brilliant, Christmas red, fully double blooms in fall
Fall
Medium Water Once Established
Feed with acid fertilizer in late winter
Pruning
Prune in early spring before first flush
Well-drained garden soil w/ rich organic matter
1. Dig in your native soil a hole as deep and wide as the container. We recommend planting in native soil for best acclimation.
2. Fill the hole with water and thoroughly water the new plant; allow both to drain.
3. Gently place the plant on its side and remove the pot. Place your hand on the bottom of the plant and put it in the hole.
4. Return native soil around the root ball, wetting and gently tamping down.
5. To complete, create a shallow trench around the base of the plant to contain the water when watering.
6. Mulch 1–2” deep around the plant, avoiding the area closest to the stem.
