Tom Knudsen Camellia
Camellia japonica 'Tom Knudsen'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Tom Knudsen Camellia highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Sun ExposureFull Shade, Partial Shade
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Growth RateMedium
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Pollinator Friendly
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Fragrant
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring
Growing Zones 8 - 10
A deep rose red rose-like bloom with an intoxicating scent! The Tom Knudsen Camellia (Camellia japonica 'Tom Knudsen') is a dazzling evergreen shrub with glossy, deep-green leaves! Each with delicate toothy edges and a year-round presence, this red Camellia will have you doing a double-take with its double layer of petals, streaked with darker red veins.
These are moderately growing shrubs, but that isn't a bad thing! That means less maintenance and care on your part! These are highly adaptable shrubs and require so little from you to keep them growing beautifully! The satiny petals seem to glow, and you'll love watching bees and butterflies wriggle between the many layers of petals!
Blooming during the mid-winter to early spring months, when a flush of red coloration is most needed, Tom Knudsen Camellias thrive throughout frost-free growing zones throughout USDA 8 to 10. Growing 6-8 feet in height and width, these rounded, full shrubs are gorgeous broad-leaved evergreens year-round!
Planting and Application:
Tom Knudsen Camellia is a large, bushy shrub with a multi-trunked frame that adds a lush, privacy-inducing feel to the garden! Create rows and allées for screening off outdoor garden rooms and private breakfast nooks! Trim shorter for a gorgeous foundation hedge, a barrier hedge along your property line, or as a gorgeous all-season backdrop for your other landscaping beds!
Impressive specimens or focal points, especially when you 'limb up' your shrub to expose the lower branching and limbs! These are fantastic front garden accents that will stand out and add curb appeal! In other areas of the landscape, Camellias are the perfect edge-of-the-woods or woodland garden plants! Let them grow into their natural form without pruning
You'll want to keep this shrub close to enjoy the wonderful perfume! Bring a few blooms indoors to float in a bowl to scent your bedside table. Create bouquets to bring cheer to someone in need without worrying you'll deprive yourself of these gorgeous blooms.
- Deep, Satiny Red Double Blooms & Darker Red Veins
- Loosely Arranged Fragrant Petals!
- Glossy Pointed Broad-Leaf Evergreen Leaves
- Pollinator Favorites & Scented Cut Flowers
- Ornamental Flowering Hedges, Specimens, Large Planters & Fragrant Accents
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Camellias prefer rich, acidic soils that are highly enriched with compost and humus. For best results, provide afternoon shade or dappled partial sun locations, but these flowering shrubs will grow in full shade (but you'll see fewer blossoms). Provide regular moisture and supplemental moisture during drought to keep them looking and blooming their best. Add a 3-4 inch thick layer of arborist mulch, especially for younger plants, to provide root shading! Any pruning for size control and shaping should be done after the flowers fade and new growth begins in the spring.
In areas with high deer pressure, it's recommended to spray your plant with deer repellent from day one and keep spraying according to product directions to train the deer in your area to avoid this plant entirely!
- Full Shade, Afternoon Shade & Partial Sun
- Enriched Acidic Well-Drained Soil
- Mulched Beds & Humusy Moist Soil
- Prune After Flowering In Early Spring
- Great For New Gardeners!
Gleaming red blooms when you need color the most, the fragrant Tom Knudsen Camellia shrub will light up your landscape! Hurry and order this fantastic red Camellia from Nature Hills today!
Frequently Asked Questions: Tom Knudsen Camellia
When does the Tom Knudsen Camellia bloom?
This Camellia japonica variety blooms in late winter to early spring, often from January through March, depending on your growing zone.
How tall and wide does it grow?
Tom Knudsen Camellia matures to about 6-8 feet tall and 5-7 feet wide, with a naturally rounded, dense form that responds well to pruning.
What sun exposure does it need?
It grows best in partial shade. Ideally, morning sun with afternoon shade. Too much direct sun can scorch the foliage and fade the flowers.
What kind of soil does it need?
This Camellia thrives in rich, acidic, well-drained soil. It dislikes alkaline or heavy clay unless amended to improve drainage and pH.
Is the Tom Knudsen Camellia cold-hardy?
Yes, it is cold-hardy in USDA zones 8-10. In colder regions, plant in a sheltered spot and use mulch to protect the roots during winter.
Why Order From Nature Hills Nursery?
Nature Hills Nursery is committed to bringing the highest-quality plants to your door. Join thousands of happy customers and get all your planting needs at Nature Hills! We guarantee our plants for their first year! Check out lifelong support and landscaping ideas in our #ProPlantTips Garden Blog!
Frequently Asked Questions: Tom Knudsen Camellia
When does the Tom Knudsen Camellia bloom?
This Camellia japonica variety blooms in late winter to early spring, often from January through March, depending on your growing zone.
How tall and wide does it grow?
Tom Knudsen Camellia matures to about 6-8 feet tall and 5-7 feet wide, with a naturally rounded, dense form that responds well to pruning.
What sun exposure does it need?
It grows best in partial shade, ideally morning sun with afternoon shade. Too much direct sun can scorch the foliage and fade the flowers.
What kind of soil does it need?
This Camellia thrives in rich, acidic, well-drained soil. It dislikes alkaline or heavy clay unless amended to improve drainage and pH.
Is the Tom Knudsen Camellia cold-hardy?
Yes, it is cold-hardy in USDA zones 7-9. In colder regions, plant in a sheltered spot and use mulch to protect the roots during winter.
Why Order From Nature Hills Nursery?
Nature Hills Nursery is committed to bringing the highest-quality plants to your door. Join thousands of happy customers and get all your planting needs at Nature Hills! We guarantee our plants for their first year! Check out lifelong support and landscaping ideas in our #ProPlantTips Garden Blog!
