- **Type**: Evergreen shrub

- **Height**: 8 to 12 feet (2.4 to 3.7 meters)

- **Width**: 6 to 8 feet (1.8 to 2.4 meters)

- **Growth Habit**: Upright to rounded, dense

- **Foliage**:

- Glossy, dark green leaves

- 3 to 5 inches long (7.5 to 12.5 cm), 1.5 to 2.5 inches wide (4 to 6 cm)

- Oval with finely serrated edges

- Evergreen, maintaining color year-round

- **Flowers**:

- Large, formal double blooms

- Pure white petals, no hint of pink

- 3 to 4 inches in diameter (7.5 to 10 cm)

- Slightly fragrant

- Bloom season: Late winter to mid-spring (typically January to April)

- **Light**: Partial shade (4 to 6 hours of filtered sun or morning sun with afternoon shade); tolerates full shade

- **Soil**:

- Acidic (pH 5.5 to 6.5)

- Well-drained, rich in organic matter (e.g., amended with compost or peat moss)

- **Watering**: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but avoid standing water to prevent root rot

- **Hardiness**: USDA Zones 7 to 9 (down to 0°F or -18°C with protection)

- **Wildlife**: Attracts butterflies; not consistently deer-resistant

- **Care**:

- Fertilize monthly in spring and summer with acid-loving plant fertilizer

- Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape or remove dead branches

- Mulch around the base to retain moisture and protect roots

- **Pests/Diseases**:

- Susceptible to aphids, scale, and spider mites

- Prone to fungal issues like root rot, leaf spot, or petal blight if overwatered or poorly drained

- **Uses**: Specimen plant, hedge, border, woodland garden, or large container

- **Growth Rate**: Slow to moderate (6 to 12 inches per year)

This camellia’s pristine white blooms and lush foliage make it a classic choice for shady spots or as a striking accent.