Cotton Candy Camellia

The Cotton Candy Camellia typically reaches 6 to 8 feet tall and 4 to 6 feet wide at maturity. Its upright, softly rounded form makes it ideal for hedges, foundation plantings, or as a focal point in partially shaded gardens.

Camellia sasanqua cultivars like Cotton Candy grow at a moderate pace, usually adding 8 to 12 inches per year. With proper care, you can expect steady, manageable growth that fills in beautifully over time.

Plant your Cotton Candy Camellia in a spot with partial sun to dappled shade, ideally with morning sun and protection from harsh afternoon rays. It thrives in acidic, well-draining soil, and does best when planted in an area protected from strong winds. Perfect for USDA Zones 7–10.

For a dense, flowering evergreen hedge, space Cotton Candy Camellias about 4 to 6 feet apart on center. This allows their natural form to fill in while maintaining airflow and healthy growth.

To get more flowers from your Cotton Candy Camellia:
• Make sure it gets morning sun or bright filtered light
• Use an acid-loving fertilizer in spring and early summer
• Avoid heavy pruning after midsummer (buds form late summer)
• Keep soil moist but not soggy, especially in hot or dry conditions

These tips will support abundant blooms each fall.

Yes! Cotton Candy Camellia does well in large containers if cared for properly:
• Use a pot that’s at least 18 inches wide with good drainage
• Choose an acidic, well-draining soil mix designed for camellias or azaleas
• Place the container in a spot with morning sun or partial shade
• Water regularly and feed with an acid-loving fertilizer
• Protect from freezes in colder climates by moving to a sheltered area

Container-grown camellias offer flexibility for patios, porches, and courtyards.

Light pruning helps keep your Cotton Candy Camellia tidy and healthy:
• Prune right after it finishes blooming (usually in winter)
• Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches
• Shape as needed, but avoid over-pruning in summer, which may reduce flowering

You can train it into a tree form over time or keep it as a compact shrub.

Care is simple and rewarding:
• Light: Morning sun or partial shade
• Soil: Rich, acidic, and well-draining
• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, especially in the first year or during drought
• Fertilizing: Use a slow-release acid-loving fertilizer in spring and midsummer
• Mulch: Apply 2–3 inches of mulch around the base to retain moisture and insulate roots

Camellias are low-maintenance once established and reward you with beautiful blooms.

In zones 7–10, Cotton Candy Camellia typically doesn’t need special winter protection once established. However:
• Mulch the base with 2–3 inches of organic material to insulate roots
• In areas with sudden cold snaps, cover young plants with a frost cloth during freezes
• For container-grown plants, move them to a sheltered area if temps drop below 20°F

Cotton Candy Camellia blooms in late fall to early winter, typically from October through December depending on your region. It produces soft pink, semi-double flowers with a delicate, ruffled look—bringing color and charm to the garden when little else is blooming.

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