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Camellia Anticipation
Common Name: Anticipation Camellia
A classic fall-blooming camellia valued for its large, semi-double pink flowers, glossy evergreen foliage, and reliable cool-season color. Blooms appear in late fall to early winter, opening from deep rose buds to soft pink flowers with golden stamens, providing elegant interest when few shrubs are in flower.
Growth is upright to rounded, forming a dense evergreen shrub with a refined, traditional appearance.
Growing Conditions
Light: Part shade to filtered sun (protect from hot afternoon sun)
Soil: Moist, well-drained; prefers acidic soils rich in organic matter
Water: Average; consistent moisture is important, especially during establishment
Shape: Upright to rounded, dense habit
Cold Hardiness: Good winter tolerance when protected from wind
Hardiness
USDA Zones: 7b–9b
Mature Size
Width: 6–8 ft
Height: 8–12 ft
Features
Large pink semi-double flowers
Fall to early winter bloom season
Evergreen foliage with year-round appeal
Classic camellia form and texture
Landscape Uses
Specimen plantings
Foundation plantings
Woodland and shaded garden settings
Evergreen shrub borders
Why Growers Choose It
Reliable fall-blooming camellia
Large, showy flowers with excellent color
Strong evergreen structure year-round
| Plant Type: | Flowering evergreen shrub |
| Width: | 6' |
| Height: | 8-12' |
| Fragrant: | Yes |
| Fruit: | Not verified |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Zone: | 7–9 |
| Deer Resistant: | Not verified |
| Salt Tolerant: | Not verified |
| Drought Tolerant: | No |
| Attract: | Butterflies |
| Exposure: | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Bloom Time: | Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, Fall |
| Bark Type: | Smooth |
| Landscape/Use: | Container |
| Shape: | Rounded, Upright |
| Soil Type | Moist well-drained |
| Flower Color: | Pink, Rose |
| Leaf Color: | Green |
| Fall Color: | Green |