The October Magic Brige Camellia is a beautiful flowering plant that is highly regarded for its stunning blooms. This camellia cultivar is known for its compact growth habit and its ability to produce an abundance of flowers during the autumn season. The name "Brige" is derived from the combination of the words "bright" and "bridge," which reflects the vibrant and bridging qualities of this particular camellia. One of the most notable features of the October Magic Brige Camellia is its large, semi-double to peony-form blooms. These flowers are typically around 3-4 inches in diameter and are composed of multiple layers of petals. The color palette of these blooms includes shades of pastel pink and white, which add a touch of elegance to any garden or landscape.
Cut Flowers, Easy Care, Reblooming
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The color palette of these blooms includes shades of pastel pink and white, which add a touch of elegance to any garden or landscape. This camellia cultivar is known for its extended blooming period, which typically starts in October and lasts until late winter or early spring. The ability to have beautiful flowers during the cooler months of the year makes the October Magic Brige Camellia a preferred choice for many gardeners.
Southern Camellias
Hey y’all! I’m so excited to show you some beautiful pictures I took this week at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens. Here in the south, we enjoy our camellias several months out of the year, but they are at the height of their blooming season right now! Every southern gardener has at least one camellia in their garden. Southern Camellias are wonderful evergreen shrubs that come in so many varieties. Depending on the type you plant, you could have blooms from October through May!
Southern camellias love acidic, well drained soil, and prefer a setting of half shade and half sun. I have a few in full blaring sun, and they do just fine as long as they are thoroughly watered in extreme heat. You will find thriving camellias under tall pines (pine needles contribute acid to soil). Camellias are a rather low maintenance plants that can reward you with blooms for months!
At Christmastime we can be guaranteed to see Alice in Wonderland-like painted bushes of “Yuletide” or as the locals call them, Christmas Camellias. They are probably the only blooming plant you’ll see in December besides the tropical (indoor) poinsettia.
Christmas Camellia via Alex Zorach
Southern camellias are slow growing bushes and can mature at heights ranging from a few feet to 25 feet tall. They have shallow roots and are easily transplantable. When transplanting be sure to not bury the plant to deep. The top of the root ball should be just above level with the ground and covered with mulch.
“Dr. Frank Cato” Camellia
The Norfolk Botanical Gardens has a gorgeous collection of over 40 mature camellias in two impressive rows, entitled “Mrs. Lyman Clarke”. They were planted as seedlings in 1936. Mrs. Clarke’s daughter is one of my mom’s closest friends and she did all the flowers for my wedding. I’d say flowers are in her genes!
“Mrs. Lyman Clarke” Camellia
We came across several impressive camellias like this deep and dark burgundy camellia with leathery petals. The flowers almost looked artificial. I’d never seen anything quite like it before!
“Black Magic” Camellia
This lovely, ruffled pink beauty is named after me…”Wilson”. I’m kidding! Wouldn’t that be nice to have a flower named after you?
“C.M. Wilson” Camellia
Let’s walk together through the pine straw paths and enjoy the camellia eye candy!
“Charlie Mason” Camellia
“Chow’s Han-Ling” Camellia
“Dixie Knight Supreme” Camellia
“Fashionata” Camellia
“Goggy” Camellia
“Masterpiece Pink” Camellia
Our mild winter this year has accelerated the blooming season not only for the camellias but for bulbs also. It’s been an odd year for sure. Can you believe the azaleas were beginning to bloom?
My little man had fun throwing fallen blooms into the water and whining, “Mom! You and grandma take too many pictures!” Ahhh, the life of a blogger’s son.
Taking time to stroll through the gardens with my mom and son was exactly what I needed to recharge my mental batteries! It also provided a huge list of camellias I now want to plant!
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Comments
- Laura/Pet Scribbles says March 15, 2012 at 2:01 pm
Garden eye candy deluxe! Your pictures are so beautiful! I think my fave is the Black Magic Camellia. You are so very lucky that you can enjoy a long blooming season: here in NJ we don’t have that luxury… Slightly jealous!
all the flowers are just making me super eager for spring! Gorgeous stuff! Thanks for sharing!Oh my gosh! I had a camellia shrub right outside my bedroom window growing up. When my parents added on, the shrub was unfortunately removed 🙁 I forgot how BEAUTIFUL they are! Thanks for taking us along with you 🙂
A Camellia is one plant that my yard is missing. I think I have a spot that will work, I just need to check to see how deer resistant they are. If the deer eat them, then I won’t bother. I’m adding the Norfolk Botanical Garden to my “must do” list. I’ve been traveling to the area once a month for a medical appointment, so maybe the next time I can squeeze in a visit. Thanks for sharing your beautiful Camellia photos.
Oh my I must see if I can get my hands on a camellia bush or two! I love love lovveee the “goggy” and “masterpiece pink”!! I wonder if they would grow just as well in BC, Canada?
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A Camellia is one plant that my yard is missing. I think I have a spot that will work, I just need to check to see how deer resistant they are. If the deer eat them, then I won’t bother. I’m adding the Norfolk Botanical Garden to my “must do” list. I’ve been traveling to the area once a month for a medical appointment, so maybe the next time I can squeeze in a visit. Thanks for sharing your beautiful Camellia photos.
Additionally, the compact growth habit of this camellia makes it suitable for smaller gardens or container planting. The October Magic Brige Camellia is relatively easy to grow and maintain. It prefers a well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter. It thrives in partial shade to full sun conditions, although protecting it from direct afternoon sunlight can help prevent flower damage. Regular watering and occasional pruning to maintain shape and size are essential for the health and longevity of this camellia. In conclusion, the October Magic Brige Camellia is a stunning and easy-to-grow plant that adds a touch of magic to any garden or landscape. Its vibrant and bridging qualities, as reflected in its name, make it a standout choice for autumn and winter blooms. Whether planted in the ground or in containers, this camellia cultivar is sure to bring joy and beauty to its surroundings..
Reviews for "Harvesting Seeds from October Magic Bridge Camellias"
1. Sara - 1 out of 5 stars - I was really disappointed with the "October Magic Bridge Camellia" plant. First of all, it did not bloom as advertised. The flowers were sparse and small, nothing like the beautiful pictures shown on the website. Secondly, the plant was not very healthy-looking when it arrived. The leaves were pale and drooping, and despite my efforts to revive it, it never thrived. I followed all the care instructions provided, but it just didn't seem to do well. Overall, I would not recommend this plant, as it did not live up to my expectations at all.
2. John - 2 out of 5 stars - The "October Magic Bridge Camellia" was a disappointment for me. While I did get a few flowers, they were not as vibrant and abundant as I was hoping for. The plant itself also looked a bit sickly and didn't put out much growth. I tried different fertilizers and care techniques, but nothing seemed to help. I have had success with other camellias in the past, but this one just didn't impress me. I wouldn't suggest investing in this particular variety unless you have a lot of patience and are willing to experiment with different care methods.
3. Emily - 2 out of 5 stars - I have mixed feelings about the "October Magic Bridge Camellia." On one hand, the flowers that did bloom were quite beautiful and had a lovely fragrance. However, the plant itself was not very healthy. It struggled to grow and had a lot of yellowing leaves. Despite my efforts to provide proper care, it never seemed to improve. I was disappointed because I had high hopes for this camellia, but it just didn't deliver. I think there are better options out there for camellias, so I wouldn't recommend this particular variety.