Can I plant a Camillia bush this time of the year?

Answer 1

Fall is generally considered the best time of the year to plant. Fall is a cool moist season, followed by the dormant season, followed by another cool moist season. The plant has a long opportunity to establish a root system before the heat and stress of summer.

You can plant until the ground freezes. If you are planting in an area that is really close to winter (USDA hardiness zone 5, maybe 6) you will probably want to use some wood mulch to help protect the root zone of the new plant. 2-3" of mulch should be sufficient.

In the spring I would recommend starting a fertilization program. Always follow the directions on your chosen fertilizer. If you don't have a favorite already, try ESPOMA 'hollytone' I think that would be appropriate.

I hope that this helps
Good luck-

Answer 2

You COULD but it would be very risky. I would tell my customers not to do it. The chances of it coming back next year would be very slim. I live in Wisconsin and work at a garden center here. We sell Camillia's and all that good stuff. Its just too late for the plant to become stable in the ground before it freezes. I live in hardiness zones 4/5. It snowed today : ( so it was below 32 degrees already I wouldnt do it.... Unless you live somewhere warm that wont get below 55 degrees just to be on the safe side.

Answer 3

Sure. Water after planting with Root Stimulator (Fertilome makes a good product available at most nurseries.) Future fertilization in spring with Miracle gro. sprinkle Epsom Salts around your bush, they love it and it's inexpensive. Good luck

Answer 4

Yes, but you need to hurry so they can establish before winter.Mulch them well

Answer 5

depends on where you live. If you live in the midwest then no, it's too cold.