Camellia japonica 'Spring's Promise'
Spring's Promise Camellia

An understory evergreen shrub with an upright growth habit. Flowers are fragrant, medium to large, and single. Petals are bright red. Stamens are bright golden yellow. Blooms from October to March in California. Leaves are glossy, dark green, and have finely serrated edges. Cold hardy. Can tolerate full shade. Needs acidic soil, pH 5.1 - 6.0.

USDA zones: 6 - 9
Sunset zones: 4 - 9, 12, 14 - 24, H1
Mature size: 6 - 12 feet high and wide
Light needs: filtered shade
Water needs: moderate to regular water