Camellia x Vernalis ‘Asahi-no-minato’

By Davis Landscape Architecture @DavisLandArch

Position: Light shade

Flowering period: Early spring

Soil: Moist, well drained, acidic

Eventual Height: 2m

Eventual Spread: 2m

Hardiness: 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b

Family: Theaceae

Camellia x vernalis ‘Asahi-no-minato’, commonly known as Camellia, is an evergreen shrub with large glossy dark green leaves. Camellia x vernalis ‘Asahi-no-minato’ is a hybrid between Camellia sasanqua and Camellia japonica. Its red flowers may be attractive to honey bees. This shrub provides good sheltering habitat for birds. Camellia x vernalis ‘Asahi-no-minato’ may be used as a formal or informal hedge if planted in suitable conditions. This plant requires consistently moist soil.