Camellia plant

Read here for a few camellia facts all enthusiasts should know, and you just might learn something new about these Southern-favorite shrubs. #gardening #gardenideas #camelliatips #howtogrowcamellia #camelliagarden #southernliving

So the one inherited foundation shrub that I said was “love at first sight” is also the one to go. I can’t quite believe I made the decision but I have, and it feels right. As the weather allows I’ve been busy working on the front garden redo (pictures to follow…someday) all the while glancing at the foundation plantings and knowing that something just wasn’t working. Finally I realized I’d been blind to the big sore thumb, the Camellia. Not that it isn’t a perfectly lovely plant! It is! But…

Camellias flourish alongside companions such as azaleas, rhododendrons, hydrangeas, ferns, and Japanese maples for lush shaded gardens. These plants provide a variety of textures and colors, creating a vibrant and dynamic landscape. How do Japanese maples complement the foliage and blooms of camellias? What are some key considerations for designing a harmonious shaded garden with camellias as focal points?

These climb and make great privacy screens. I like the flowers too. Camellias!

Overgrown shrubs are a common garden problem and the two ways to solve it are pruning or removal. Follow our tips to tame unruly shrubs in your landscape:

When I moved into my current home, I became the accidental step-parent of a majestic Camellia japonica bush. The woman who was moving out estimated the camellia was about seven years old and she made

Camellias are at their peak right now. If you don’t own any camellias, I highly recommend investing in a few. Camellias are slow growing evergreen bushes and can mature at heights ranging from a few feet to 25 feet tall. They have shallow roots and are easily transplant-able When transplanting be sure to not bury the plant ... Read More about 9 Must Have Camellias

The long history of cultivated camellia is no surprise. For centuries, it has been a symbolic and captivating choice for the landscape. With numerous varieties and blossom forms, camellias can add fall, winter, and spring joy. Learn how to plant and grow camellia flowers now on Gardener's Path. #camellia #gardenerspath

When early spring rolls around it’s time to think about camellia planting and care. One of the most beautiful shrubs with, brilliant foliage and stunning blooms, it deserves some devoted attention.

A small yard or low regional temperatures might scare you away from planting a camellia, but fear not! Many varieties grow well in containers, making it possible to bring their beauty home. Bring them in from the cold and prune for compactness, and you can own a camellia too. #camellias #containergrowing #gardenerspath