Botanical Name
Camellia x hiemalis ‘Martha Sims’
Common Name
Camellia
Wetland Status
Exotic
Selected by Tom Dodd; very heavy bloomer, bright rose pink. Semi-double blooms from early fall. Its evergreen leaves are glossy, dark green and elliptical, and its bark is smooth and gray. Plants require evenly moist, acidic soil with good drainage and prefer partial sun to light shade. It is best to place them away from highly exposed areas with hot sun and high wind. Size: 12 - 15’ x 10 - 12’ Growth rate: Slow to medium.