Camellia sasanqua 'Sparkling Burgundy' ~ Sparkling Burgundy Camellia

Sparkling Burgundy Camellia is a compact upright evergreen shrub with a semi-weeping habit and glossy leaves that stay deep green year-round.  Profuse blooms of small fully double ruby-pink flowers with lavender undertones begin in fall into winter which attracts butterflies.  Best blooms occur in partial sun and acidic, well-drained soil.   Type:  Shrub Height:  6' - 10’  Spread:  4’ - 8’ Spacing:  6’ USDA Hardiness Zone:  7 - 9 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 flow