Professor Sargent Camellia
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Professor Sargent Camellia

Professor Sargent Camellia

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$102.00
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Camellia japonica 'Professor Sargent'

 

Professor Sargent Camellia commands attention through magnificent brilliant dark-red double blooms reaching approximately 4 inches in diameter, establishing itself as a visually commanding specimen throughout the late-winter-to-mid-spring flowering period. Year-round ornamental interest derives from sustained rich glossy-green evergreen foliage complementing the exceptional floral display. Mature proportions reaching 6–8 feet in height and 4–6 feet in width establish refined vertical presence suitable for diverse landscape applications. Its exceptional versatility encompasses specimen display, privacy screening, foundation integration, hedge definition, espalier training, woodland garden composition, border definition, and cut-flower applications. The combination of commanding floral character, sustained foliage interest, refined proportions, and remarkable multi-functional utility establishes it as an exceptional selection for gardeners prioritizing sophisticated ornamental presence and landscape flexibility across diverse applications without demanding specialized cultural protocols.

 

Professor Sargent Camellia thrives in well-draining soil conditions and benefits from restrained watering protocols—overwatering presents greater establishment risk than periodic moisture stress. In clay-heavy soils prevalent throughout many regions, amending planting holes with pine bark or comparable organic soil conditioners substantially improves drainage and root health. This soil preparation strategy proves equally beneficial for companion acid-loving species including rhododendrons, azaleas, and mountain laurels, establishing optimal growing conditions that support sustained vigor and reliable performance across diverse landscape applications.

Hardiness Map
Mature Height: 7'
Mature Width: 5'
Flower Season: Spring
Sun: Full Shade
Hardiness Zone: 7 to 9
This plant is suitable for the low temperates below:
Temp (F)
Zone
Temp (C)
0 to 10
7
-17.8 to -12.2
10 to 20
8
-12.2 to -6.7
20 to 30
9
-6.7 to -1.1

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.