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Camellia Pink Icicle

Pink Icicle Camellia

A charming camellia valued for its soft pink, peony-form flowers, glossy evergreen foliage, and graceful winter-to-spring display. Blooms appear in late winter to early spring, opening from pale pink buds to gently ruffled flowers with a delicate, icy pink tone that brightens shaded gardens.

Growth is upright to rounded, forming a dense evergreen shrub with refined 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 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 pink peony-form flowers



Late winter to early spring bloom season



Glossy evergreen foliage



Elegant, lightly ruffled flower form



Landscape Uses



Specimen plantings



Foundation plantings



Woodland and shaded garden settings



Evergreen shrub borders



Why Growers Choose It



Delicate flower color with strong cool-season interest



Reliable flowering in mild winter climates



Classic evergreen camellia structure

Plant type
Broadleaf Evergreen, Flowering evergreen shrub
Height
8-12'
Width
8-10'
Hardiness zones
7–9
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Growth rate
Moderate
Bloom time
Late Winter, Spring, Winter
Flower color
Hot Pink, Pink
Leaf color
Dark Green
Fall color
Dark Green
Attracts
Butterflies
Soil
Moist well-drained
Landscape use
Hedge
Shape
Clump, Upright
Bark
Smooth
Fruit
Yes
Drought tolerant
No