Camellia japonica
Japanese Camellia
Description
An evergreen shrub or small tree, the Camellia japonica can reach 6-15' depending on the variety. It is intended for growth in part sun to shade, with average to little summer watering when established. They make excellent container plants. -Monterey Bay Nursery
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6', 6-12', 12-25'
Flower Color
Pink, Red, White, Multi-Colored
Flower Season
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, Intermittent
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate, Slow
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Formal, Japanese, Tropical, Woodland
Accenting Features
Espalier, Fragrance, Specimen, Standard
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Entry, Foundation, Patio, Swimming Pool
Special Uses
Cut Flowers, Hedge, Screen
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.