Camellia Nuccios Pearl

Nuccios Pearl Camellia

A refined camellia valued for its soft shell-pink formal double flowers, glossy evergreen foliage, and exceptional bloom symmetry. Blooms appear in late winter to early spring, opening to perfectly layered petals arranged in a tight rosette, creating a classic, elegant display in the landscape.

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

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 recommended, especially during establishment



Shape: Upright to rounded, dense habit



Cold Hardiness: Moderate; protect from cold winds and harsh winter exposure



Hardiness



USDA Zones: 7a–9b



Mature Size



Width: 6–8 ft



Height: 8–12 ft



Features



Soft shell-pink formal double flowers



Late winter to early spring bloom season



Glossy evergreen foliage



Exceptional flower symmetry and form



Landscape Uses



Specimen plantings



Foundation plantings



Woodland and shaded garden settings



Evergreen shrub borders



Why Growers Choose It



Among the finest formal double pink camellias



Refined color and superior flower form



Strong evergreen structure year-round

Plant type

Flowering evergreen shrub

Height

8-12'

Width

6'-8'

Hardiness zones

8–10

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Late Winter, Spring, Winter

Flower color

Fuchsia, White

Leaf color

Dark Green

Fall color

Dark Green

Attracts

Butterflies

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Hedge

Shape

Upright

Bark

Smooth

Fruit

Yes

Drought tolerant

No