Autumn Rocket Camellia
Camellia sasanqua 'Autumn Rocket'The Autumn Rocket Camellia is a stunning, upright evergreen shrub prized for its elegant columnar shape and crisp white blooms. Its flowers appear in abundance from fall into early winter, offering a welcome burst of brightness when many other plants have gone dormant. The glossy, deep green foliage provides year-round beauty, serving as an excellent backdrop for seasonal color changes in the garden.
Ideal for narrow planting areas or as a vertical accent, Autumn Rocket maintains a tidy, architectural form that complements both traditional and modern landscapes. Its blooms are lightly fragrant and attract pollinators, adding life to the garden even in cooler months. The plant’s tolerance to heat, humidity, and drought (once established) makes it an easy-care option for Southern gardens.
In addition to its ornamental appeal, Camellia sasanqua Autumn Rocket is an excellent low-maintenance screening plant. Its dense growth habit creates privacy without overwhelming smaller spaces, and its upright nature makes it a great choice for flanking doorways or lining walkways. In large containers, it can be moved to highlight focal points during its blooming season, making it a versatile and enduring addition to the landscape.
Care Instructions:
Planting: Choose well-drained, acidic soil in a spot with morning sun and afternoon light shade.
Watering: Keep soil evenly moist at first; once established, deep watering during dry spells is sufficient.
Pruning: Trim lightly after bloom to shape or control size. Avoid heavy pruning late in the season.
Soil Maintenance: Use mulch like pine bark to retain moisture and maintain acidity.
