Camellia April Rose

April Rose Camellia

A cold-hardy camellia valued for its deep rose-pink spring flowers, glossy evergreen foliage, and reliable early bloom. Formal double blooms appear in early spring, opening to richly colored rose-pink flowers that stand out beautifully against the dark green foliage.

Growth is compact and upright to rounded, forming a dense evergreen shrub with excellent structure and year-round appeal.

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, compact habit



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



Hardiness



USDA Zones: 6b–9b



Mature Size



Width: 4–6 ft



Height: 6–8 ft



Features



Formal double rose-pink flowers



Early spring bloom season



Glossy evergreen foliage



Compact growth habit



Landscape Uses



Specimen plantings



Foundation plantings



Woodland and shaded garden settings



Evergreen shrub borders



Why Growers Choose It



One of the earliest blooming cold-hardy camellias



Rich flower color with a classic form



Compact size fits smaller landscapes

Plant type

Flowering evergreen shrub

Height

8-10'

Width

4-6'

Hardiness zones

6–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Early Fall, Fall, Late Summer, Summer

Flower color

Rose

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Butterflies

Soil

Loamy

Landscape use

Container, Foundation

Shape

Rounded, Upright

Bark

Smooth

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No