LA Peppermint Camellia japonica Starter Plant (4L) | Fragrant Double Blooms, Evergreen Shrub - Zones 7a-9b

About This Plant

LA Peppermint Camellia japonica is an evergreen shrub valued for its fragrant, double blooms with white or pink petals and striking red streaks. It features glossy, deep green foliage and thrives in shade, making it ideal for woodland gardens, hedges, or shaded borders. Growth is slow to moderate, reaching about 8–10 feet tall and 6–8 feet wide when mature. Blooms appear in late winter to early spring.

What You Will Receive

A live starter plant (4L) shipped bare root. Ships as a starter plant grown in trays, without a pot for easy handling.

Growing or Planting Information

• Light: Full to partial shade; protect from harsh afternoon sun in warmer climates.
• Soil: Slightly acidic, well-draining soil enriched with organic matter.
• Water: Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy; reduce watering during winter.
• Fertilizer: Apply an acid-based fertilizer in spring after flowering.
• Temperature: Ideal for USDA Zones 7a–9b; protect from frost in colder climates.
• Care: Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and remove spent blooms. Mulch to retain moisture and maintain soil acidity.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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