Camellia japonica 'White By The Gate' ~ White By The Gate Camellia tolerates-wet-soil IMAGE: Photo by denisbin

IMAGE:  Photo by denisbin

and botrytis can be serious disease problems

The leaves are smaller than those of the traditional Southern Magnolia

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Lonicera nitida aurea after pruning

Camellia japonica 'White By The Gate' ~ White By The Gate Camellia tolerates-wet-soil IMAGE: Photo by denisbinWhite By The Gate Camellia is a full sized evergreen shrub with an upright habit and glossy leaves stay deep green year round. The large, formally double pure white flowers bloom throughout winter into mid spring attracting butterflies. Best blooms occur in partial sun and acidic, well drained soil. Type: Shrub Height: 8 12 Spread: 6 10 Spacing: 8 USDA Hardiness Zone: 7 9 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: White Season of Interest: Spring, Year