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Camellia Winters Charm

Winters Charm Camellia

A charming camellia valued for its soft pink, semi-double winter flowers, glossy evergreen foliage, and reliable cool-season bloom. Blooms appear in late winter to early spring, opening to gently layered pink petals accented by golden stamens, bringing welcome color to shaded landscapes during the colder months.

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 semi-double flowers



Late 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



Reliable winter color



Graceful flower form with gentle coloration



Strong evergreen structure year-round

Plant type
Flowering evergreen shrub
Height
8-12'
Width
6-8'
Hardiness zones
7–9
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Growth rate
Moderate
Bloom time
Early Winter, Late Fall
Flower color
Pink
Leaf color
Dark Green
Fall color
Dark Green
Attracts
Butterflies
Soil
Moist well-drained
Landscape use
Accent Plant, Hedge, Mass Planting
Shape
Compact, Oval/Rounded, Pyramidal
Bark
Smooth
Fruit
Yes
Drought tolerant
No