Camellia japonica

Japanese Camellia, Common Camellia

Family: Theaceae Tea


Type Shrub
USDA Hardiness range 7A - 9A
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color Lavender, orange, pink, red, white, yellow
Bloom time Spring and Fall
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, container, espalier, standard, specimen
Height 10' to 15' / 3.00m to 4.60m
Spread 6' to 10' / 1.80m to 3.00m
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Evergreen, needles or needle-like
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Green
Soil pH requirements Acidic
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Oval
Attributes and features Attractive foilage