YULETIDE CAMELLIA

. profusion of bright red Christmas-time flowers >>> mid to late season
. eye-catching single blooms >>> golden stamens and light fragrance
. distinctive upright growth habit >>> dense growth to 6-8'+
. luxuriant dark green year-round foliage >>> very refined
. eco-friendly nature >>> easy-to-grow, pest-free and long-lived in proper habitat
. garden versatility >>> shade gardens, containers, flowering privacy screens
. a true Southern heritage plant >>> great gift plant 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 'Yuletide'
Plant Family: Theaceae: Tea family
Plant Origin/Camellia Nursery Cultivar: Nuccio's Nurseries, Altadena, CA: 1963
a.k.a: Yuletide Sasanqua Camellia Shrub

How to grow Yuletide 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 Yuletide Camellias in large winter-protected containers in colder climates