Japanese Camellia

Japanese Camellia (Camellia japonica) is a stunning evergreen shrub or small tree renowned for its exquisite, rose-like flowers. It belongs to the Theaceae family and is native to East Asia, particularly Japan, China, and Korea.

Key Features:

🌺 Flowers:

• Large, showy blooms (5–12 cm wide) in shades of red, pink, white, or variegated.
• Semi-double to double flower forms, resembling roses or peonies.
• Blooms in late winter to early spring (varies by climate).

🍃 Foliage:

• Glossy, dark green, leathery leaves with serrated edges.
• Evergreen, providing year-round interest.

🌳 Growth Habit:

• Typically grows 1.5–6 meters (5–20 ft) tall, depending on variety and pruning.
• Slow to moderate growth rate.