'October Magic Rose' has showy, ruffled flowers 3-4 inches wide, in pink tones in great profusion October-January. Grows 6-8 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide.
Glossy green leaves are evergreen all winter long. Part sun to dappled shade. 3 gallon pot from a grower in North Carolina.
Camellias must have acidic, well-drained soil and be planted high (trunk base is well above the soil line). Mulch to keep roots cool.