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Camellia Winters Beauty

Winters Beauty Camellia

A refined camellia valued for its soft blush-pink semi-double flowers, glossy evergreen foliage, and reliable winter-to-early-spring bloom. Blooms open gracefully with lightly layered petals surrounding golden stamens, offering gentle color and elegance during the colder months.

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

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 blush-pink semi-double flowers



Winter to early spring bloom season



Glossy evergreen foliage



Elegant, refined flower form



Landscape Uses



Specimen plantings



Foundation plantings



Woodland and shaded garden settings



Evergreen shrub borders



Why Growers Choose It



Gentle flower color for winter interest



Reliable blooming in mild winter climates



Strong evergreen structure year-round

Plant type
Evergreen Shrub, Flowering Shrub
Height
8-12'
Width
6'-8'
Hardiness zones
7–9
Sunlight
Partial Shade
Growth rate
Slow
Bloom time
Early Spring, Winter
Flower color
Pink
Leaf color
Dark Green
Fall color
Dark Green
Attracts
Butterflies
Soil
Moist well-drained
Landscape use
Container, Foundation, Specimen
Shape
Oval/Rounded, Upright
Bark
Smooth
Fragrant
Yes
Drought tolerant
No