Camellia April Kiss

April Kiss Camellia

A cold-hardy camellia valued for its deep rose-red spring flowers, glossy evergreen foliage, and reliable performance in cooler climates. Semi-double blooms appear in early to mid-spring, opening to rich red flowers accented by bright golden stamens, creating bold contrast against the dark green foliage.

Growth is upright to rounded, forming a dense evergreen shrub with strong structure and year-round interest.

Growing Conditions



Light: Part shade to filtered sun (morning sun preferred; protect from hot afternoon sun)



Soil: Moist, well-drained; prefers acidic soils rich in organic matter



Water: Average; consistent moisture is important, especially during establishment



Shape: Upright to rounded, dense habit



Cold Hardiness: Improved winter tolerance for colder camellia-growing regions



Hardiness



USDA Zones: 6b–9b



Mature Size



Width: 6–8 ft



Height: 8–10 ft



Features



Deep rose-red semi-double flowers



Early to mid-spring bloom season



Glossy evergreen foliage



Improved cold hardiness



Landscape Uses



Specimen plantings



Foundation plantings



Woodland and shaded garden settings



Evergreen shrub borders



Why Growers Choose It



Rich flower color uncommon in cold-hardy camellias



Reliable spring flowering



Strong evergreen presence year-round

Plant type

Flowering evergreen shrub

Height

8-10'

Width

6-8'

Hardiness zones

6–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Late Winter

Flower color

Pink

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Butterflies

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Container, Foundation, Hedge

Shape

Rounded, Upright

Bark

Smooth

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No