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Camellia 'Midnight Magic'

Camellia 'Midnight Magic' is a striking evergreen shrub admired for its rich deep red blooms and glossy dark green foliage. This dramatic camellia flowers through winter and early spring and adds bold colour to New Zealand gardens when many plants are dormant. The velvety flowers stand out beautifully against the lush foliage and create a stunning seasonal display. Camellia 'Midnight Magic' is ideal for gardeners wanting a classic camellia with strong visual appeal.

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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:2.50 m
Spread:2.00 m
Flowering time:Spring, Winter
Tolerances:
Garden uses:Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known as
Sku10969

How to grow Camellia 'Midnight Magic' in NZ

Camellia 'Midnight Magic' grows best in a sheltered position with fertile well drained slightly acidic soil. In New Zealand gardens it performs well in areas protected from strong afternoon sun and drying winds. Choose a location with morning sun or light shade so the plant develops healthy foliage and produces abundant flowers. Water regularly while the plant establishes so the root system develops strongly.

Camellia 'Midnight Magic' care tips

Camellia 'Midnight Magic' prefers soil that remains lightly moist but should never become waterlogged. Apply a camellia fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth and encourage future flowering. Mulch around the base to retain soil moisture and keep the roots cool. Light pruning after flowering will maintain a tidy shape and encourage dense growth.

Camellia 'Midnight Magic' size, spacing, and growth rate

Camellia 'Midnight Magic' typically grows to around two to three metres tall and about two metres wide. It has a moderate growth rate and gradually forms a dense rounded shrub. For best results allow around one point five to two metres between plants so they have space to develop fully. In suitable conditions this camellia becomes an impressive garden feature.

Landscaping uses for Camellia 'Midnight Magic'

Camellia 'Midnight Magic' is widely used in mixed shrub borders, woodland gardens, and formal plantings. The deep coloured flowers provide colour during late winter and spring when many plants are not flowering. It works beautifully as a specimen shrub, flowering hedge, or planted near entrances and pathways where the blooms can be enjoyed. The evergreen foliage provides year round structure.

Why buy Camellia 'Midnight Magic' from The Plant Company?

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