Camellia sasanqua 'Autumn Sentinel' ~ Autumn Sentinel Camellia

Autumn Sentinel Camellia is a dense fast-growing evergreen shrub with an upright habit and narrow glossy leaves that stay deep green year-round. The small pale pink double peony-formed flowers bloom in fall into winter which attracts butterflies.  Best blooms occur in partial sun and acidic, well-drained soil.   Type:  Shrub Height:  7 ’ - 8’  Spread:  5’ - 6’ Spacing:  5’ USDA Hardiness Zone:  7 - 10 Culture:  Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color:  Pink Season of Interest:  Fall, Year-Round MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Medium maintenance. Too much water retention can increase susceptibility to fungal diseases, including root rot, black mold, blight, canker, anthracnose, and leaf spots.  Watch for aphids and spider mites.   Yellowing leaves indicate acidity too low. Fertilize monthly in spring and summer. If desired, remove all but one bud from each cluster to increase the size of the flower. Prune immediately after flowering. LANDSCAPE USES: Accents