| Camellia | |
| Sasanqua Camellia | |
| Autumn Camellia |
| Flower size: | Miniature: up to 2 1/2 inches (6 cm) |
| Blooming period: | Late season: (later than March 1) |
| Plant Habit: | Grass/Grass-like |
| Life cycle: | Biennial |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun Partial or Dappled Shade |
| Water Preferences: | Wet Mesic |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 4a -34.4 °C (-30 °F) to -31.7 °C (-25 °F) |
| Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 6a |
| Leaves: | Spring ephemeral |
| Flowers: | Fragrant |
| Flower Color: | Bi-Color |
| Flower Size: | Under 1" |
| Flower Time: | Late spring or early summer Summer Late summer or early fall Late fall or early winter Year Round |
| Inflorescence Type: | Compound Umbel |
| Underground structures: | Rhizome |
| Suitable Locations: | Topiary |
| Uses: | Provides winter interest Guardian plant |
| Wildlife Attractant: | Butterflies |
| Resistances: | Pollution |
| Pollinators: | Midges |
| Containers: | Needs repotting every 2 to 3 years |
| Conservation status: | Vulnerable (VU) |
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