The October Magic Inspiration Camellia is a stunning flowering plant that adds a touch of magic to gardens during the fall season. With its beautiful blooms and unique color, it is a favorite among garden enthusiasts. This camellia variety is known for its large, semi-double to double flowers that are a vibrant shade of pink with a hint of lavender. The petals are beautifully ruffled, giving the blooms a delicate and elegant appearance. The flowers appear in abundance during the months of October and November, hence the name "October Magic." What sets the October Magic Inspiration Camellia apart from other camellia varieties is its compact size and dense, upright growth habit.
A vigorous upright grower, shiny, dark-green leaves provide a prominent backdrop for the flowers. Fully double white ruffled flowers are outlined with a pencil-thin margin of magenta-pink, a characteristic seldom found in autumn Camellias. Profuse flowering performance begins mid-October and lasts into November. Spent flowers are self-cleaning. New growth is burgundy-red.
There are several in the series and like other Camellias, they are deer resistant, disease resistant, have great fall to early winter color and beautiful dark and glossy leaves year round. Woodland Border, Foundation, Buffer Screens, Containers Planters, Background, Shrub Border, Accent, Under Shade Tree, Focal Point Specimen, Landscape Beds, Frame Structure, Espalier, Entryway, Small Groups, Hedges, Tree Form Shrub.
" What sets the October Magic Inspiration Camellia apart from other camellia varieties is its compact size and dense, upright growth habit. It typically reaches a height of about 4 to 6 feet, making it perfect for small gardens, container planting, or even as a beautiful addition to a patio or balcony. Its dense foliage adds an element of privacy and creates a lush backdrop for the vibrant flowers.
October Magic Inspiration Camellia
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Light Needs
Morning Sun / Evening Shade, Dappled Light / Filtered Sun
Water Needs
Average Landscape Size
6' to 8' tall and 4' to 6' wide.
Level Of Care
Season of Color
Resistant To
Landscape Uses
Woodland Border, Foundation, Buffer / Screens, Containers / Planters, Background, Shrub Border, Accent, Under Shade Tree, Focal Point Specimen, Landscape Beds, Frame Structure, Espalier, Entryway, Small Groups, Hedges, Tree Form Shrub
Grows In Zones 7A to 9B
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About October Magic Inspiration Camellia
Camellia Sasanqua 'Green 97-039' PP20566' is a moderate growing shrub that can be grown in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 7A through 9B. It matures to an average height of 6 feet to 8 feet and an average width of 4 feet to 6 feet, depending on climate and other environmental factors. It prefers growing in a location that provides morning sun with afternoon shade or filtered sun and grows best when planted in sand, loam, clay or silt soil that is well drained. In the fall Inspiration October Magic Camellia produces pink, white and fuchsia flowers. The foliage is burgundy and dark green in color. It attracts visual attention and is resistant to heat.
Inspiration October Magic Camellia can be useful in the landscape along woodland borders, in foundation plantings, as a buffer or screen, in containers or planters, as a background, in shrub borders, as an accent, under a shade tree, as a focal point or in landscape beds or islands and also in theme gardens, cottage gardens or shade gardens.
October Magic Inspiration has extraordinary large white double blooms with a frilly magenta edge and dark and glossy evergreen leaves.
In terms of care, the October Magic Inspiration Camellia is relatively low-maintenance. It prefers well-drained soil and partial shade, making it an ideal choice for gardens with filtered sunlight or dappled shade. It is also tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions, including slightly acidic to slightly alkaline. Regular watering is essential during the establishment period, but once established, it is relatively drought-tolerant. Pruning is generally not required for this variety, except to maintain its shape or remove dead or damaged branches. The October Magic Inspiration Camellia is a versatile plant that can be used in various landscape settings. Its vibrant flowers and compact size make it suitable for use as a border plant, a focal point, or even as part of a mixed planting scheme. Whether used in a formal garden, cottage garden, or a contemporary landscape, the October Magic Inspiration Camellia is sure to add a touch of magic and beauty. Its exquisite blooms and compact growth habit make it a charming addition to any garden or outdoor space..
Reviews for "Preserving the Legacy of October Magic Camellias for Future Generations"
1. John - 2 stars - The "October Magic Inspiration Camellia" is a disappointment. The overall shape of the plant is messy, and it doesn't seem to flower as much as advertised. I expected a vibrant display of blooms during the fall season, but it fell short of my expectations. Additionally, the plant requires a lot of maintenance, with constant pruning to keep it in check. Overall, I would not recommend this camellia variety.
2. Emily - 1 star - I can't say enough how disappointed I am with the "October Magic Inspiration Camellia." Not only did it not bloom at all during the fall season, but the plant itself looked weak and unhealthy. It seemed like it was struggling to survive from the moment I planted it. I followed all the care instructions provided, but it just didn't thrive. It was a waste of time and money for me.
3. Sarah - 2 stars - The name "October Magic Inspiration Camellia" is quite misleading. There was nothing magical or inspiring about this plant in my garden. The blooms were sparse and lackluster, not the vibrant and abundant display I was hoping for. On top of that, it required frequent pruning to maintain its shape, which was a lot of effort for very little reward. I would not recommend this particular camellia variety if you're looking for a showstopper in your garden.
4. Michael - 2 stars - I purchased the "October Magic Inspiration Camellia" with high hopes, but unfortunately, it didn't live up to its description. The plant itself seemed unhealthy and lacked vigor. The few blooms it produced were underwhelming and didn't last very long. I was looking for a camellia variety that would bring joy and color to my garden during the fall, but this one fell short. I would advise looking for other options if you're seeking a reliable and beautiful camellia plant.