Plant Guide

camellia-autumn-herald

Camellia 'Autumn Herald'

Evergreen shrub with single, pale pink flowers during autumn and early winter, about 7 cm across with golden yellow stamens. Originated in New Zealand as a hybrid with Camellia pitardii as one of the parents.

Prefers partial shade, but tolerates shade and copes with full sun. Likes well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Prune after flowering.

One of the earliest camellias to flower.

Type of plant

Shrub - Evergreen

Size

2 - 3 m tall

Landscape Use

flower display, hedge, espalier, topiary

Specifications

  • Temperature: Hardy
  • Light: Low Medium
  • Moisture: Medium
  • Soil: Medium
  • Wind tolerance: Average