Shrub / Evergreen
ZONE: 7 - 9
LIGHT: Part shade
HEIGHT: 4 - 5 ft
SOIL: Acidic, well drained
FLOWER:
Form: Semi Double
Size: Small to Medium
Color: Fiery Red
Bloom Time: Fall
The Hot Flash Camellia is very similar to the Shishi Gashira, but the flower is slightly larger and red. They have the same compact, spreading habit, but the Hot Flash tends to be faster growing and slightly more sun tolerant.