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Winter’s Joy Camellia (Camellia sasanqua ‘Winter’s Joy’) is a popular camellia variety known for its delightful fall and early winter blooms. This compact and versatile shrub produces an abundance of vibrant pink, semi-double flowers that brighten up the landscape during the cooler months. With its long bloom time and lush, evergreen foliage, Winter’s Joy is a favorite choice for adding color and texture to gardens during winter.

Key Characteristics of Winter’s Joy Camellia

  1. Flowers:

    • Color: Bright pink, with delicate, wavy-edged petals that sometimes have a soft gradient of lighter pink in the center.
    • Shape: Semi-double to single, with layers of ruffled petals surrounding a cluster of bright yellow stamens. The flowers measure about 2-3 inches in diameter.
    • Blooming Season: Blooms in the fall through early winter, extending the garden’s color display when many other plants are dormant.
  2. Foliage:

    • Evergreen: Retains lush, glossy, dark green leaves year-round, adding structure and depth to the garden.
    • Oval and Shiny: The foliage has a polished appearance, which contrasts beautifully with the delicate flowers.
  3. Growth Habit:

    • Height and Spread: Generally grows to 4-6 feet in height and width, making it a compact shrub well-suited for small to medium garden spaces.
    • Upright, Rounded Form: Has a tidy, rounded shape that requires minimal pruning to maintain.

Growing and Care Requirements

  1. Light:

    • Partial Shade to Filtered Sun: Thrives in partial shade or dappled light, particularly under the canopy of taller trees or near buildings where it receives morning sun and afternoon shade.
  2. Soil:

    • Acidic, Well-Draining Soil: Prefers soil with a pH of 5.5-6.5, rich in organic matter. Good drainage is essential to prevent root rot, as camellias do not tolerate waterlogged soil.
  3. Watering:

    • Moderate: Requires regular watering, especially during dry periods, to maintain even moisture. A layer of mulch helps retain soil moisture and regulate temperature.
  4. Temperature:

    • Hardy in USDA Zones 7-9: Suited to regions with mild winters, though it may require some protection from extreme cold.
  5. Fertilizer:

    • Acid-Loving Fertilizer: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer designed for acid-loving plants in early spring and again in mid-summer.
  6. Pruning:

    • Minimal Pruning: Prune after blooming to shape or thin out if necessary. This variety has a naturally compact form that generally requires little pruning.

Benefits of Winter’s Joy Camellia

  • Long Blooming Season: Provides months of vibrant color in the garden during fall and early winter, brightening up the landscape.
  • Evergreen Foliage: Keeps the garden lush and green year-round, even when other plants go dormant.
  • Compact Size: Suitable for smaller gardens, mixed borders, or even container gardening due to its manageable size.

Landscape Uses

  • Foundation Planting: Its compact form and evergreen foliage make it ideal for foundation plantings along buildings or near entrances.
  • Borders and Hedges: Works well as a low hedge or border plant, adding structure and seasonal interest to garden edges.
  • Specimen Plant: Serves as a beautiful standalone specimen in shaded garden beds.
  • Container Gardening: Can be grown in large pots or containers, making it perfect for patios, balconies, or small outdoor spaces.

Summary

Winter’s Joy Camellia is a versatile and compact shrub that brings color, elegance, and structure to gardens in the cooler months. Its cheerful pink blooms and evergreen foliage make it a valuable addition to borders, foundation plantings, and container gardens. With minimal maintenance requirements, Winter’s Joy is an ideal choice for gardeners looking to extend the season’s interest well into winter.

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Camellia Winter's Joy Pink

Camellia Winter's Joy Pink

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Winter’s Joy Camellia (Camellia sasanqua ‘Winter’s Joy’) is a popular camellia variety known for its delightful fall and early winter blooms. This compact and versatile shrub produces an abundance of vibrant pink, semi-double flowers that brighten up the landscape during the cooler months. With its long bloom time and lush, evergreen foliage, Winter’s Joy is a favorite choice for adding color and texture to gardens during winter.

Key Characteristics of Winter’s Joy Camellia

  1. Flowers:

    • Color: Bright pink, with delicate, wavy-edged petals that sometimes have a soft gradient of lighter pink in the center.
    • Shape: Semi-double to single, with layers of ruffled petals surrounding a cluster of bright yellow stamens. The flowers measure about 2-3 inches in diameter.
    • Blooming Season: Blooms in the fall through early winter, extending the garden’s color display when many other plants are dormant.
  2. Foliage:

    • Evergreen: Retains lush, glossy, dark green leaves year-round, adding structure and depth to the garden.
    • Oval and Shiny: The foliage has a polished appearance, which contrasts beautifully with the delicate flowers.
  3. Growth Habit:

    • Height and Spread: Generally grows to 4-6 feet in height and width, making it a compact shrub well-suited for small to medium garden spaces.
    • Upright, Rounded Form: Has a tidy, rounded shape that requires minimal pruning to maintain.

Growing and Care Requirements

  1. Light:

    • Partial Shade to Filtered Sun: Thrives in partial shade or dappled light, particularly under the canopy of taller trees or near buildings where it receives morning sun and afternoon shade.
  2. Soil:

    • Acidic, Well-Draining Soil: Prefers soil with a pH of 5.5-6.5, rich in organic matter. Good drainage is essential to prevent root rot, as camellias do not tolerate waterlogged soil.
  3. Watering:

    • Moderate: Requires regular watering, especially during dry periods, to maintain even moisture. A layer of mulch helps retain soil moisture and regulate temperature.
  4. Temperature:

    • Hardy in USDA Zones 7-9: Suited to regions with mild winters, though it may require some protection from extreme cold.
  5. Fertilizer:

    • Acid-Loving Fertilizer: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer designed for acid-loving plants in early spring and again in mid-summer.
  6. Pruning:

    • Minimal Pruning: Prune after blooming to shape or thin out if necessary. This variety has a naturally compact form that generally requires little pruning.

Benefits of Winter’s Joy Camellia

  • Long Blooming Season: Provides months of vibrant color in the garden during fall and early winter, brightening up the landscape.
  • Evergreen Foliage: Keeps the garden lush and green year-round, even when other plants go dormant.
  • Compact Size: Suitable for smaller gardens, mixed borders, or even container gardening due to its manageable size.

Landscape Uses

  • Foundation Planting: Its compact form and evergreen foliage make it ideal for foundation plantings along buildings or near entrances.
  • Borders and Hedges: Works well as a low hedge or border plant, adding structure and seasonal interest to garden edges.
  • Specimen Plant: Serves as a beautiful standalone specimen in shaded garden beds.
  • Container Gardening: Can be grown in large pots or containers, making it perfect for patios, balconies, or small outdoor spaces.

Summary

Winter’s Joy Camellia is a versatile and compact shrub that brings color, elegance, and structure to gardens in the cooler months. Its cheerful pink blooms and evergreen foliage make it a valuable addition to borders, foundation plantings, and container gardens. With minimal maintenance requirements, Winter’s Joy is an ideal choice for gardeners looking to extend the season’s interest well into winter.

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Specifications

Bloom color
  • Pink
Bloom season
  • Fall
  • Winter
Botanical name
  • Camellia sasanqua 'Winter's Joy' Pink
Features
  • Low Maintenance
  • Evergreen
  • Fast Growing
  • Attracts Pollinators
  • Fragrant
  • Pet Friendly
  • Flowering
Light requirements
  • Full Sun
  • Part Sun
  • Part Shade
Mature height
  • 4 ft
  • 5 ft
  • 6 ft
Mature width
  • 4 ft
  • 5 ft
  • 6 ft
Size
  • 3 gallon

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