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Yoi Machi Camellia

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Camellia X 'Yoi Machi'

Yoi Machi Camellia, whose Japanese name translates to "good town," brings refined elegance and extended seasonal interest to landscape compositions. This early to mid-season sasanqua hybrid demonstrates cold tolerance to zone 7, flowering prolifically from late fall through spring with abundant small white buds delicately margined in pink. Unlike many camellias, its compact 4 to 6-foot upright, columnar form suits narrow spaces, corner plantings, and focal positions within medium-sized shade beds. Its vigorous yet restrained growth habit and container-friendly proportions make it an exceptional choice for gardeners seeking sophisticated winter-through-spring flowering combined with refined architectural presence and practical spatial efficiency.

Yoi Machi Camellia performs optimally in well-draining soil conditions, requiring less frequent watering than many ornamental shrubs. In clay-heavy regions like North Carolina, amending planting holes with pine bark soil conditioner substantially improves drainage and root establishment for camellias, rhododendrons, mountain laurels, and azaleas. This soil modification prevents waterlogging and root rot while creating the acidic, friable medium these acid-loving plants require for vigorous growth. Strategic soil preparation at planting time establishes the foundation for healthy long-term establishment and reduces maintenance demands throughout the specimen's lifespan.

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Mature Height: 7'

Mature Width: 5'

Flower Season: Spring

Sun: Full Shade

Hardiness Zone: 7 to 10

This plant is suitable for the low temperates below:

Temp (F)

Zone

Temp (C)

0 to 10

-17.8 to -12.2

10 to 20

-12.2 to -6.7

20 to 30

-6.7 to -1.1

30 to 40

-1.1 to 4.4

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.