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Purple Haze Camellia

Purple Haze Camellia

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Purple Haze Camellia: A Cloud of Unique Color

If you’re looking for a camellia that brings rich color and elegance to your garden, Purple Haze Camellia is a top contender. With its striking double, rose-like blooms in shades of deep purple and red, this beauty creates a dreamy effect—like a garden wrapped in twilight.

Why You’ll Love It:

  • Unique Purple Blooms: A rare find in the camellia world, its flowers boast rich purple-red hues for an eye-catching display.
  • Lush Evergreen Foliage: Glossy, deep green leaves provide year-round beauty, even when the plant isn’t in bloom.
  • Long Bloom Season: Expect a spectacular show from late fall through early spring, keeping your landscape lively during cooler months.
  • Easy-Care Elegance: This camellia thrives with minimal fuss, rewarding you with gorgeous color and structure.

Perfect for:

  • Accent Planting: Adds a rich pop of color in borders and foundation plantings.
  • Containers: Perfect for patio pots and small gardens.
  • Screening & Hedges: Creates a dense, flowering privacy screen.
  • Shade Gardens:Thrives in dappled light, making it ideal for woodland settings.

Let Purple Haze Camellia add a touch of mystery and romance to your garden. Whether as a standalone showstopper or part of a layered landscape, its enchanting hues will have everyone doing a double take!

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Product Details

  • Product Category

    Evergreen shrub

  • Product Subcategory:

    Camellia

  • Botanical Name:

    Camellia sasanqua 'Purple Haze'

  • Does Not Ship To:

    AZ, OR

  • Mature Height:

    4-5 ft.

  • Mature Width:

    3-4 ft.

  • Growing Zone:

    7-9 outdoors

  • Indoor Growing:

  • Sunlight:

    Full-Part Sun

  • Growth Rate:

    Moderate

  • Harvest Time:

  • Bloom Time:

    Fall to Winter

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Purple Haze Camellia

Planting Directions

<h2>How to Plant and Care for Purple Haze Camellia</h2> <h2>Planting Instructions</h2> <ul> <li><strong>Location:</strong> Choose a spot with partial shade and well-draining, acidic soil (pH 5.5–6.5). Avoid direct afternoon sun.</li> <li><strong>Soil Preparation:</strong> Amend with compost or peat moss for moisture retention and acidity.</li> <li><strong>Hole Size:</strong> Dig a hole twice as wide and the same depth as the root ball.</li> <li><strong>Planting:</strong> Place the camellia so the top of the root ball is slightly above ground level. Fill with soil, pressing gently to remove air pockets.</li> <li><strong>Watering:</strong> Water deeply after planting, ensuring moisture reaches the roots.</li> <li><strong>Mulching:</strong> Apply 2–3 inches of mulch (pine bark or pine needles) to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.</li> </ul> <h2>Watering and Care</h2> <ul> <li><strong>Watering:</strong> Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. Water deeply 1–2 times per week, more in dry conditions.</li><li><strong>Pruning:</strong> Prune lightly after blooming to shape and remove dead or weak branches.</li> <li><strong>Mulching:</strong> Refresh mulch yearly to maintain moisture and prevent weeds.</li> <li><strong>Pests/Disease:</strong> Watch for aphids and scale. Treat with insecticidal soap if needed.</li> </ul> <h2>Container Growing</h2> <ul> <li>Use a pot with drainage holes, at least 16 inches wide.</li> <li>Fill with acidic, well-draining potting mix (camellia/azalea mix).</li> <li>Water when the top inch of soil is dry.</li><h2>Blooming & Pollination</h2> <ul> <li>Blooms from fall to winter.</li> <li>Deadhead spent flowers to encourage new growth.</li> </ul>

Purple Haze Camellia

FAQs

<h1>Purple Haze Camellia FAQs</h1>
<p>The <strong>Purple Haze Camellia</strong> is a stunning evergreen shrub with <strong>purple-red, double-bloomed, rose-like flowers</strong> that brighten up gardens from <strong>fall to winter</strong>. It's an elegant choice for adding color to cooler seasons. Here are some common questions about this beautiful plant:</p>
<h2>1. Where is the best place to plant a Purple Haze Camellia?</h2>
<p>This camellia thrives in <strong>partial shade to filtered sunlight</strong>. It prefers <strong>well-draining, slightly acidic soil</strong> and should be sheltered from strong afternoon sun and harsh winds to keep its blooms vibrant. Ideal locations include <strong>under tall trees, along fences, or as part of a shaded garden bed</strong>.</p>
<h2>2. How often should I water my Purple Haze Camellia?</h2>
<p>Water <strong>deeply once or twice a week</strong>, depending on the weather and soil moisture. Camellias prefer consistent moisture but should not be overwatered. Mulching around the base helps retain moisture and keep roots cool.</p>
<h2>3. Does the Purple Haze Camellia require pruning?</h2>
<p>Minimal pruning is needed. Trim lightly after flowering to remove dead or weak branches and to shape the plant. Avoid heavy pruning, as camellias bloom on old wood.</p>
<h2>4. Can I grow a Purple Haze Camellia in a container?</h2>
<p>Yes! This camellia adapts well to <strong>large containers</strong>, making it a great option for patios or small gardens. Use <strong>acidic, well-draining potting mix</strong> and ensure the pot has good drainage. Container plants may need more frequent watering.</p>
<h2>5. When does the Purple Haze Camellia bloom?</h2>
<p>Expect vibrant blooms from <strong>fall to winter</strong>. These stunning flowers provide much-needed color during colder months and attract pollinators when few other plants are blooming.</p>