Be sure to use a well drained soil medium when planting any Camellia as they prefer less watering than you might think. In NC our soil is clay so we prefer to use pine bark soil conditioner when planting Camellia, Rhododendron, Mountain Laurel, and Azalea.
Debutante Camellia
Camellia japonica 'Debutante'
Midsized Debutante Camellia grows with an illustrious upright habit creating generously sized peony-style wintry pink blooms that cast upon a forest of immense rich dark green leaves. Blooming in the cold frigid months of winter, the flowers from this camellia will bring warmth and distinction to your home.
Be sure to use a well drained soil medium when planting Camellia as they prefer less watering than you might think. In clay soil we prefer planting with pine bark soil conditioner for Camellia, Rhododendron, Mountain Laurel, Azalea.