Camellia Seeds - Flower Plant for Home Gardens

Camellia, botanically known as Camellia species, is an evergreen shrub valued for its glossy foliage and ornamental blooms. It develops a dense, rounded growth habit with dark green leaves and produces showy flowers in shades of white, pink, and red during the cooler months. This plant thrives in mild to warm climates and performs best in partial shade with well-drained, acidic, organic-rich soil. Camellia is commonly used in garden beds, hedges, and container planting, where it establishes gradually from seeds under suitable conditions and requires consistent moisture.

Features

• Evergreen shrub with dense, rounded growth
• Produces large, showy flowers in mixed colors
• Suitable for garden beds, hedges, and containers
• Prefers partial shade and acidic soil
• Adapted to mild and warm climates

Specifications

• Scientific name: Camellia spp.
• Common name (US): Camellia
• Seed type / variety: Mixed colors
• Growth habit: Evergreen shrub
• USDA zones: 7-10
• Planting season: Fall or early spring
• Growing season: Winter to spring (flowering season varies)
• Sowing Season:
  • Fall: September to November
  • Early Spring: February to March
• Germination time and conditions: 1-3 months at 20-25°C; fresh seeds recommended
• Sunlight requirements: Partial shade
• Soil requirements: Well-drained, acidic, organic-rich soil
• Watering needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
• Mature plant size: 1-5 meters height, 1-4 meters spread
• Plant spacing: 1-2 meters between plants