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October Magic® Ruby™

Camellia sasanqua ‘Green 02-003’ PP24538

Our October Magic® Camellias were bred for improved habit (so less pruning) and more flowers. Ruby™ has a compact, naturally rounded form and longer bloom time, with brilliant Christmas red, double peony-form flowers. Glossy dark green evergreen foliage.

Sunset Zones

4–9, 12, 14–24

USDA Zones

0°F to 10°F USDA zones 7–10

October Magic® Ruby™ Features

Plant Dimensions

3-4' H x 4-5' W

Landscape Use

Accent, Border, Container, Cottage/Informal, Cut Flowers/Foliage, Garden Bed, Hedge, Mass planting, Privacy Planting

Plant Type

Evergreen

Growth Rate

Slow

Exposure

Part sun to shade

Special Feature

Compact habit, Cut Flowers, Fall Blooming

Feature

Brilliant, Christmas red, fully double blooms in fall

Flowering Season

Fall

October Magic® Ruby™ Plant Care

Water Needs

Medium Water Once Established

Fertilizer

Feed with acid fertilizer in late winter

Pruning

Prune in early spring before first flush

Soil

Well-drained garden soil w/ rich organic matter

Planting Instructions

1. Dig in your native soil a hole as deep and wide as the container. We recommend planting in native soil for best acclimation.
2. Fill the hole with water and thoroughly water the new plant; allow both to drain.
3. Gently place the plant on its side and remove the pot. Place your hand on the bottom of the plant and put it in the hole.
4. Return native soil around the root ball, wetting and gently tamping down.
5. To complete, create a shallow trench around the base of the plant to contain the water when watering.
6. Mulch 1–2” deep around the plant, avoiding the area closest to the stem.

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