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Fall Blooming Camellias, Winter Blooming Camellias, Spring Blooming Camellias, How to Grow Camellias, How to Care for Camellias, Landscaping with Camellias
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Prized for the beauty of their exquisite blooms and their splendid evergreen foliage, Camellias are attractive flowering shrubs that burst into flowers, when the rest of the garden offers little. Blooming prodigiously for weeks, some camellia varieties enjoy an extraordinarily long blooming season extending from November to April in the northern hemisphere or from April to September in the southern hemisphere.
Most of these camellia varieties belong to the Camellia japonica species, which counts over 30 000 cultivars in a wide array of flower forms and colors. The blooms can reach 5 in. across (12 cm) and create a gorgeous floral display from late winter to spring. They range in color from pure white to soft pink to dark red and may be single, semi-double, double, formal double or full peony form. These broadleaved evergreen shrubs feature a shapely habit and handsome glossy foliage.
The Camellia hybrids such as the Camellia x williamsii varieties include also long-blooming cultivars. Generally blooming after the Japanese camellias, these hybrids are generally extremely vigorous, free-blooming, with attractive, semi-glossy, leathery leaves. Graceful shrubs, they drop their spent heads with elegance (no deadheading required!), leaving a tidy bush.
Beautiful Early to Late Season Camellias
Camellia 'Betty Ridley'
Opening from rose-like buds, Camellia'Betty Ridley'features incredibly pretty, formal double, medium-sizedflowers, 3-4 in. wide (7-10 cm),packed with over 75 petals, all tinted in Tyrian rose.Theblooms are profusely produced over a fairly long periodextending from early to lateseason (November to April in the NorthernHemisphere; April to September in the Southern Hemisphere). Slow-growing, this Camellia hybrid formsan attractive bush year-round, with itslustrous foliage ofglossy, evergreen, dark green leaves.
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| Hardiness | 7 - 9 |
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| Exposure | Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid) Fall Winter |
| Height | 8' - 10'(240cm - 3m) |
| Spread | 6' - 8'(180cm - 240cm) |
Camellia 'Bonnie Marie'
Vigorous and compact, Camellia 'Bonnie Marie' features incredibly pretty, large, semi double to anemone form, 3-4 in. wide (7-10 cm). The elegant twisted pink petals have veins in deeper shade and mixed with the golden stamens. The blooms are profusely produced over a fairly long period extending from early to late season. This lovely camellia hybrid forms an attractive bush year-round, with its lustrous foliage of glossy, evergreen, dark green leaves. It has an upright habit.
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| Hardiness | 7 - 9 |
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| Exposure | Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid) Fall Winter |
| Height | 8' - 10'(240cm - 3m) |
| Spread | 6' - 8'(180cm - 240cm) |
Camellia 'Cinnamon Cindy'
Fragrant and vigorous, Camellia 'Cinnamon Cindy' features very pretty clusters of small, peony-form, white flowers, 2 in. wide (5 cm), with tinges of pink on their regular petals. Their center is graced by 22 pure white petaloids (small petals) and the odd stamen. The exquisite flowers are borne in profusion over a fairly long period extending from early to late season. Rich with a very pleasing fragrance, reminiscent of cinnamon, they offer a beautiful contrast against the lush evergreen foliage of glossy, serrately margined, small, ovate-shaped, medium to dark green leaves which interestingly emerge somewhat reddish. This medium-sized evergreen shrub has a slender habit and grows at a slow to medium rate.
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| Hardiness | 7 - 9 |
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| Exposure | Partial Sun , Shade |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid) Fall Winter |
| Height | 8' - 10'(240cm - 3m) |
| Spread | 3' - 6'(90cm - 180cm) |
Camellia japonica 'Annie Wylam'
Vigorous, award-winning Camellia japonica 'Annie Wylam' features medium, 3-4 in. wide (7-10 cm), peony to rose-form flowers with wavy, bright pink petals shading to pale pink or even white in the center. The elegant flowers, rich or many slender petaloids (small petals), contrast nicely against the luxuriant, rich green, evergreen foliage. The blooms are produced over several months in early to late season, in such profusion that this camellia becomes one of the glories of the spring garden when in full bloom. Out of bloom, this camellia remains particularly handsome and provides the perfect foil for foundation plantings and perennial borders.
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| Hardiness | 7 - 9 |
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| Exposure | Partial Sun , Shade |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid) Fall Winter |
| Height | 8' - 10'(240cm - 3m) |
| Spread | 6' - 7'(180cm - 210cm) |
Camellia japonica 'April Remembered'
Vigorous and maybe one of the hardiest, Camellia japonica 'April Remembered' is a lovely Japanese camellia with masses of large, 4.5 in. wide (11 cm),semi-double flowers, with pink petals darkening towards the edge from a pale and delicate creamyshadeand surroundinga center of golden-yellow stamens. The bloomsare produced over a fairly long period from early to late season (October - May in the Northern Hemisphere; March - October in the Southern Hemisphere). They contrast beautifully with the evergreen foliage ofglossy dark green leaves.
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| Hardiness | 6 - 10 |
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| Exposure | Partial Sun , Shade |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
| Height | 8' - 10'(240cm - 3m) |
| Spread | 6' - 8'(180cm - 240cm) |
Camellia japonica 'Carter's Sunburnt'
Prized for its long-lasting season, award-winning Camellia japonica 'Carter's Sunburnt' is a remarkable Japanese camellia boasting very large, semi-double to loose peony-form flowers, 5.5 in. wide (14 cm), with wavy, soft pink petals interestingly splashed with flecks and stripes of cerise. The eye-catching flowers are happily produced over a fairly long period extending from early to late season, explaining the success of this Japanese camellia in the hearts of gardeners. They contrast beautifully with the evergreen foliage of large, glossy medium green leaves.
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| Hardiness | 7 - 9 |
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| Exposure | Partial Sun , Shade |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid) Fall Winter |
| Height | 6' - 8'(180cm - 240cm) |
| Spread | 6' - 8'(180cm - 240cm) |
Camellia japonica 'Don Mac'
Gracing American gardens for decades, Camellia japonica 'Don Mac' achieved instant popularity when it was released in the 1950s. Each large semi-double bloom, 5.5 in. wide (13 cm), boasts 21 dark red, crepe-like, crinkled petals enclosing prominent golden stamens in the center of the blossom. The flowers are profusely produced over a fairly long period extending from early to late season. Forming an attractive dense, pyramidal shrub, this Japanese camellia adds year-round interest to the garden with its evergreen, leathery, dark-green, 4 in. leaves (10 cm). This shrub has an upright oval habit and grows at an average growth rate.
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| Hardiness | 7 - 9 |
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| Exposure | Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid) Fall Winter |
| Height | 10' - 15'(3m - 4.5m) |
| Spread | 5' - 10'(150cm - 3m) |
Camellia japonica 'Moonlight Bay'
Fast-growing, Camellia japonica 'Moonlight Bay' achieves breathtaking loveliness with its very large semi-double light orchid pink flowers, nearly 6 in. wide (15 cm). Flat, the luminous petals delicately enclose an open center of gold stamens. The flowers are happily produced over a fairly long period extending from early to late season. Vigorous, this camellia forms an attractive dense bush year-round, with its lustrous foliage of glossy, evergreen, dark green leaves. This shrub has a compact, upright habit
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| Hardiness | 7 - 9 |
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| Exposure | Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
| Height | 8' - 10'(240cm - 3m) |
| Spread | 5' - 8'(150cm - 240cm) |
Camellia x williamsii 'Anticipation'
One of the most popular and easy to grow, award-winning Camellia x williamsii 'Anticipation' features great-looking, very large flowers of full peony form, 6 in. wide (15 cm), of deep rose-pink with 6 rows of guard petals and a ruffle of petaloids (small petals). The exquisite flowers are profusely produced over a fairly long period extending from early to late season (October to May in the Northern Hemisphere; March to October in the Southern Hemisphere). Bushy, this tall camellia has a luxuriant evergreen foliage of glossy, bright green leaves that is handsome year-round.
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| Hardiness | 7 - 9 |
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| Exposure | Partial Sun , Shade |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
| Height | 7' - 15'(210cm - 4.5m) |
| Spread | 4' - 10'(120cm - 3m) |
Camellia x williamsii 'Donation'
Regarded as one of the finest hybrid camellias, award-winning Camellia x williamsii 'Donation' features large, semi-double, orchid-pink flowers, 5 in. wide (12 cm), adorned with a delicate pattern of deep pink veins which radiate across the petals. The pretty flowers are profusely produced in mid-season (January to March in the Northern Hemisphere; June to August in the Southern Hemisphere). Vigorous, compact and strong-growing, this camellia has a luxuriant evergreen foliage of glossy, dark green leaves that is handsome year-round.
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| Hardiness | 7 - 8 |
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| Exposure | Partial Sun , Shade |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early) Winter |
| Height | 8' - 15'(240cm - 4.5m) |
| Spread | 8' - 10'(240cm - 3m) |
Camellia x williamsii 'Water Lily'
A lovely formal double camellia, award-winning Camellia x williamsii 'Water Lily' features large, bright rose-pink flowers, 4 in. wide (10 cm), with symmetrically arranged fluted petals. Delicately rolled at their edges, the slender petals are adorned with darker pink tints at their tips. Resembling water lilies, the elegant flowers are profusely produced over a fairly long period extending from early to late season (October to May in the Northern Hemisphere; March to October in the Southern Hemisphere). Vigorous and compact, this camellia has a luxuriant evergreen foliage of glossy, green leaves that remains handsome year-round.
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| Hardiness | 7 - 9 |
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| Exposure | Partial Sun , Shade |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
| Height | 8' - 15'(240cm - 4.5m) |
| Spread | 5' - 8'(150cm - 240cm) |
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Best Companion Plants for Camellias
While extraordinarily good-looking on their own, Camellias however look most charming when planted with companion plants. Well-behaved, they make perfect partners with other plants and help create strikingly beautiful combinations in the garden.
Cold Hardy Camellias
Until recently,Camellias were the privilege ofmild winter regions (Zones 7-10). Thanks to advancements in breeding, many new camellia varieties can be successfully grown in Zone 6 where theycan endure temperatures as coolas -10F (-23C) if grown in sheltered locations. Here is a selection of winter hardy camellias that could become the highlight of your fall or spring garden!
Fall Blooming Camellias
As summer fades and the leaves begin to turn, the fall-blooming camellias open the camellia season, adding charm and color in the garden, at a time of the year when most plants are going to bed for the winter. These early season camellias boastsome of the loveliest flowers in March - June in the southern hemisphere; in October - January in the northernhemisphere.
Most Fragrant Camellias
Here is a selection of fragrant camellias that could become the highlight of your fall, winter or spring garden!
Spring Blooming Camellias
These late season Camellias are in their full glory in August - October in the southern hemisphere; March - May in the northernhemisphere. Adding color and interest to the spring garden, these gorgeous flowering shrubs are highly prized for the beauty of their exquisite blooms, their splendid evergreen foliage and their compact shapely habit.
Which Camellia is Right for my Garden?
There are camellia varieties for almost any garden situation, in a wide range of flower shapes and colors, sizes,growth habit and blooming seasons.
Winter Blooming Camellias
What a treat to find evergreen shrubs that flower during the dull days of winter. Queens of the winter flowers, mid-season Camellias provide a splendid floral show in June - August in the southern hemisphere; January - March in the northernhemisphere. Winters may be long and cold, but your garden can allay that dreariness and be transformed into a place of natural beauty with visually arresting textures or colors. While flowers are usually associated with spring or summer, they can also contribute to the beauty of the winter garden. Adapted to endure harsh winter conditions, they bring the garden to life with their bright, showy colors and attract the eye.
Camellia japonica (Japanese Camellia)
Camellia japonicais the predominant species of the genus and counts over 30 000 cultivars in a wide array of flower forms and colors. Its shapely habit, handsome, glossy foliage and fabulous flowers have attracted gardeners for hundreds of years in Japan, China and Korea. The bloomscan reach 5 in. across(12 cm)and create a gorgeous floral display usually from late winter to spring. They range in color from purest white to soft pink to darkest red and may be single, semi-double, double, formal double or full peony form.
Camellia sasanqua
Camellia sasanqua is one of the loveliest fall flowers, graceful in form, tender in color and pleasing in fragrance. As summer fades and the leaves begin to turn, this camellia opens, with aplomb, the camellia season. The flowers, mostly single or semi-double, are not quite as large and showy as those of Camellia japonica, but they are born in such profusion that a camellia sasanqua in full bloom becomes one of the glories of the fall garden. Never bigger than 3-4 in. (7-10 cm), the scented blooms feature fluted, ruffled petals and are usually adorned with a central burst of bright golden-yellow stamens.
Camellia x williamsii (Hybrid Camellia)
Camellia x williamsii are the first camellia hybrids. Generally blooming after the Japanese camellias, they result from the cross of Camellia japonica and Camellia saluenensis. Among the most cold-hardy camellias, most of them are extremely vigorous, free-blooming, with attractive, semi-glossy, leathery leaves. Graceful shrubs, they tolerate low light intensity and bloom over an exceptionally long season, providing a spectacular show.
Growing Camellias
A common mythabout Camellias isthat they are very fussy and difficult to grow. This is not true.Camellias are exceptionally care-free plants if they are given a well-chosen site.
- Part shadelovers, camellias are best grown inconsistentlymoist,acidic,organically rich, well-drained soils, similarly to azaleas and rhododendrons. Apply a root mulch (leaves or shredded bark) and provide a siteshelteredfrom cold, dry winds as buds and flowers may be damaged by cold winds. Protect fromearly morning sunand from direct hot summer afternoon sun.Older camellia plants can thrive infull sunwhen they are mature enough to have their roots shaded by a densecanopy of leaves.
- Pruning is rarely needed as most plants develop an attractive shape without pruning. Ifdeemed necessary, pruning should be done justafter bloomingto avoid removing next year’s flower buds.
- Pick up blooms that drop to the ground to minimize petal blight(rust spots on the flowers).
- Spring planting, rather than fall, is recommended for northern areas because it gives the plant more time to get established before hard freezes. Watering regularly and deeply is vital in the first summer after planting.
- Fertilizing is not necessary, but a light application in springtime will increase growth.Excessive or late feeding can lead to bud drop.Some flower bud dropping may be a natural phenomenon as many camellias set more buds than they can open.
- Camellias are susceptible to someviruses and fungal diseases including leaf spots, anthracnose, black mold, petal blight, canker and root rot. Watch also for aphids, planthoppers and spider mites.
Landscaping with Camellias
- Highly ornamental, camellias look fabulous inmixed shrub borderswhere they display their dramatic winter blooms. They still addbeauty to the landscape, even when they are not in bloom. Their handsome evergreen foliage always createsa lovely backdropfor other shrubs and flowers. This helps in presentinga continuously changing sceneryduring the year. As each new season approaches, new blooms emerge, such as masses of brilliant pink tulips in a pale blue cloud of forget-me-nots for a fresh, new eye-pleasing display.
- Plant camellias near other acid-loving plants, such as azalea and rhododendron.Plantat least 5 ft. (150 cm) away from other plants to allow good air circulation and prevent competition for water while becoming established.
- Camellias are also well-suitedflowering shrub forwoodland gardens
- Camellias can be used to createscreensandhedges.Plant your camellias 3 ft. apart (90 cm) when using them as hedges.
- Perfect asspecimen plants, many Camellia sasanqua are excellent choices forespaliers.
- Camellias make lovelycontainer-grown plantsand this is a particularly great method if your garden soil is too alkaline for camellias.
Your Camellia Doesn'tBloom or Losses Flower Buds?
These common problems can be easily avoided by providing good growing conditions:
- Water during dry spells in late summer when flower buds are forming
- Mulch with an 3-4in(7-10 cm) layer of chipped bark or leaf mould in late winter or early spring to conserve water around the roots
- Move container-grown camellias out from under the eaves of the house in late summer or fallso that they catch the rainfall
- Do not feed camellias later than the end of July, as excessive or late feeding can lead to bud drop Some natural bud drop may occur where too many buds have formed, particularly with double-flowered cultivars. This should not be excessive and is nothing to worry about
- Protect tender cultivars with a double layer of horticultural fleece in winter, as low temperatures can lead to bud drop
Guide Information
| Hardiness | 7 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 7 - 8 |
| Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Camellia |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid) Fall Winter |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Landscaping Ideas | Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers, Wall-Side Borders, Walls and Fences |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Japanese Garden, Traditional Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind thatheight, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plantshas been written based on numerous outside resources.
Guide Information
| Hardiness | 7 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 7 - 8 |
| Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Camellia |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid) Fall Winter |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Landscaping Ideas | Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers, Wall-Side Borders, Walls and Fences |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Japanese Garden, Traditional Garden |
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