Camellia japonica 'Nuccio's Pearl' ~ Nuccio's Pearl Camellia zone-5 (4) Photoset by Katja Schulz

(4) Photoset by Katja Schulz

Its attractive lemon-lime foliage holds its color through fall

dark burgundy leaves and spikes of blue flowers that bloom in the spring

Dropmore Scarlet is non-invasive and needs support

It is sometimes specified as 'Green' Japanese Maple as the most popular varieties are red or purple

Camellia japonica 'Nuccio's Pearl' ~ Nuccio's Pearl Camellia zone-5 (4) Photoset by Katja SchulzNuccio's Pearl Camellia is a vigorous evergreen shrub with an upright spreading habit and glossy leaves that stay deep green year round. Its large double flowers that have slightly pointed petals are orchid at the edges and gradually fade to white at the center bloom from late winter into early spring attracting butterflies. Best blooms occur in partial sun and well drained acidic soil. Type: Shrub Origins: East and Southeast Asia Height: 6 8 Spread: