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If you’re looking to buy camellia for your New Zealand garden, you’re in the right spot. Camellias are renowned for their glossy evergreen foliage and an abundance of elegant blooms that range from delicate whites to vibrant reds. Whether you’re new to camellias or a seasoned enthusiast, you’ll find varieties to suit every garden style—from compact hedges to striking specimen shrubs. Not only are camellias easy to care for, but they also provide year-round interest, bringing colour and structure to shaded corners or creating show-stopping hedges. Discover everything you need to know to buy camellia confidently and ensure a flourishing display in your home landscape.

Camellia Early Pearly white flower with a pink blush.

Camellia 'Early Pearly'

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Camellia Early Pearly is a very popular, evergreen shrub that flowers from late autumn through winter. It produces showy, mildly fragrant, semi-double, pure white blooms, contrasting nicely with the glossy, dark green foliage as it grows to about 2 m tall and 1.5 m wide. Camellia Early Pearly is commonly grown as a specimen, clipped into a hedge, added to a mixed planting, used in cottage or 'white' gardens, planted around outdoor living areas, or used as a backdrop for smaller plants.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 2.00 m
Spread: 1.50 m
Flowering time: Autumn, Winter
Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, White
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Camellia Paradise Vanessa

Camellia Paradise Vanessa produces large and showy, white flowers which are flushed with pink. The flowers are borne through autumn and winter and provide a lovely contrast to the glossy, dark green leaves as it grows to 3 m tall and 1.5 m wide. Camellia Paradise Vanessa is commonly grown as specimen, clipped into a hedge, added to a mixed planting, used in cottage gardens, planted around outdoor living areas, or used as a backdrop for smaller plants.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 3.00 m
Spread: 1.50 m
Flowering time: Autumn, Winter
Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Camellia Paradise Helen

Camellia Paradise Helen produces masses of showy, double, white blooms which are mildly fragrant, and contrast nicely with the glossy, dark green...

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Camellia Paradise Pearl

Camellia Paradise Pearl is renowned for its large and showy, double flowers. The mildly fragrant, white flowers tinged with purple are borne from...

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Camellia Paradise Belinda

Camellia Paradise Belinda is a lovely, evergreen shrub that produces pretty, single, dark pink flowers. The glossy, dark green foliage provides a...

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Camellia Yuletide

Camellia Yuletide produces showy, single, bright red flowers from winter through spring. The flowers have a centre of prominent, golden stamens. The...

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Camellia 'Fairy Blush' stunning pink flower against dark green foliage.

Camellia 'Fairy Blush'

Camellia 'Fairy Blush' produces bright pink buds that open into showy, single, lightly fragrant pink flowers. These spectacular blooms contrast well...

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Camellia sasanqua Sparkling Burgundy

Camellia sasanqua Sparkling Burgundy is a popular evergreen shrub that produces showy, double, hot pink flowers. These appear from winter through...

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Camellia tsaii

Camellia Tsaii is an evergreen shrub that produces masses of single, white, fragrant flowers. These contrast well with the glossy, green foliage as...

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Camellia Takanini

Camellia Takanini produces magnificent, double, rich red flowers from winter through spring with a tight, frilly centre. The glossy, dark green...

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Camellia japonica 'Jurys' Yellow' flowers with dark green foliage.

Camellia japonica 'Jurys Yellow'

Camellia japonica Jury's Yellow is an evergreen shrub that features showy, double, cream-coloured flowers through winter and spring. These...

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Camellia 'Apple Blossom'

Camellia 'Apple Blossom' is a charming evergreen shrub admired for its soft pink edged white blooms that resemble delicate apple flowers. Flowering...

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Camellia Pure Silk

Camellia Pure Silk produces fragrant and showy, white blooms that are edged with soft pink. These spectacular flowers are borne through autumn and...

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Camellia transnokoensis

Camellia transnokoensis is an evergreen shrub that produces masses of single, white flowers. These appear through winter and spring and contrast...

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Camellia Red Red Rose

Camellia Red Red Rose produces beautiful, double, bright red flowers. These spectacular blooms appear from winter through spring and blend nicely...

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Camellia Water Lily

Camellia Water Lily produces masses of double, bright pink flowers. These appear from winter through spring and blend nicely with the glossy, dark...

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Camellia Cinnamon Cindy beautiful white-pink flowers adorned with glossy green foliage.

Camellia 'Cinnamon Cindy'

Camellia Cinnamon Cindy is a hybrid variety that features semi-double flowers, which are white with pink tinges. The flowers are produced...

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Camellia 'Ariel Song'

Camellia 'Ariel Song' is a graceful evergreen shrub admired for its soft pink semi double blooms and glossy dark green foliage. Flowering from late...

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Camellia Spring Festival

Camellia Spring Festival produces showy, semi-double, shell pink flowers. These appear from winter through spring and are complemented with glossy...

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Camellia Roger Hall

Camellia Roger Hall produces impressive, double, red flowers through winter and spring. The blooms blend perfectly with the glossy, dark green...

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Camellia 'Paradise Blush' plant with pink and white flowers against dark green foliage.

Camellia Paradise Blush

Camellia Paradise Blush produces showy, white blooms that are blushed with pink. These spectacular, semi-double flowers are borne in autumn and...

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Camellia 'Black Lace'

Camellia 'Black Lace' is a dramatic evergreen shrub admired for its deep velvety red blooms set against glossy dark green foliage. Flowering from...

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Camellia sasanqua 'Paradise Diana' bright pink flower.

Camellia sasanqua 'Paradise Diana'

Camellia sasanqua 'Paradise Diana' is a beautiful evergreen shrub admired for its soft pink semi double blooms and glossy green foliage. Flowering...

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Camellia 'Black Tie'

Camellia 'Black Tie' is a sophisticated evergreen shrub admired for its large formal deep red blooms and glossy dark green foliage. Flowering from...

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Camellia Volcano

Camellia Volcano produces masses of ruffled, bright red flowers. These appear from winter through spring and are complemented with glossy, dark green...

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Camellia Setsugekka

Camellia 'Setsugekka' is a sasanqua variety with large, semi-double, white flowers with wavy, fluted petals and a yellow centre. These contrast...

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Camellia 'Crimson King'

Camellia 'Crimson King' is a striking evergreen shrub renowned for its rich crimson red blooms that create a bold statement from late winter into...

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Camellia Nuccio's Pearl

Camellia 'Nuccio's Pearl' is a stunning evergreen shrub admired for its elegant pale pink to white blooms and glossy dark green foliage. This refined...

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Camellia Silver Dollar, elegant, double, white flower.

Camellia Silver Dollar

Camellia Silver Dollar is renowned for its beautiful, ruffled, double, pure white flowers. These are produced in autumn and early winter and contrast...

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Camellia 'Desire'

Camellia 'Desire' is a beautiful evergreen shrub admired for its soft pink blooms delicately edged with deeper rose tones. Flowering from late winter...

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Camellia 'High Fragrance'

Camellia 'High Fragrance' is a beautiful evergreen shrub admired for its elegant pale pink blooms and delightful fragrance. This refined camellia...

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Camellia 'Brushfields Yellow'

Camellia 'Brushfields Yellow' is a highly sought after evergreen shrub admired for its creamy white outer petals surrounding a soft yellow petaloid...

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Camellia 'Early Pearly'

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Why Buy Camellia for Your Garden

Camellias are a top choice for gardeners who prize both beauty and reliability. Their stunning flowers bloom at a time when many other plants are dormant, making them a true standout in winter and early spring. When you buy a camellia, you’re investing in a shrub that offers years of lush foliage and blooms for very little maintenance. Camellias adapt well to the diverse New Zealand climate, thriving in part shade and well-drained soil. Their versatility allows you to use them as attractive hedges, privacy screens, or even as feature trees in containers.

Camellia Varieties Available

Every garden is unique, and so is every camellia. When you’re ready to buy camellia, explore our diverse range to find your perfect match. If you’re drawn to subtle elegance, Camellia cuspidata is valued for its pure white blooms and refined habit. For gardeners hoping to brighten the earliest months of the year, Camellia 'Early Pearly' offers beautiful blooms even in the coldest weather. If you’re seeking a bold statement, you’ll love the bright colours and prolific flowers of Camellia Paradise Vanessa, Camellia Paradise Helen, and Camellia Paradise Pearl, all offering distinctive choices perfect for hedges, borders, or as feature plants.

How to Care for Your Camellia

Once you buy camellia from our nursery, you’ll find it’s simple to keep your plant healthy and vibrant. Plant in a spot with dappled sunlight and shelter from harsh afternoon rays. Camellias prefer slightly acidic soil with good drainage, so adding compost improves their vigour. Mulching your camellias helps retain moisture and controls weeds, ensuring strong root development. Water deeply during dry periods, especially in the first year after planting, and feed with a specialised camellia and azalea fertiliser in spring for best results.

Buy Camellia Online

Save time and effort by choosing to buy camellia online from our trusted New Zealand nursery. We offer a curated selection of healthy, top-quality camellias ready to thrive in your climate. From sourcing advice to careful packaging, our team ensures that your new camellia arrives in perfect condition, ready to make an immediate impact in your garden. Browse our full range and turn your outdoor space into a lasting showcase of seasonal colour and beauty. Start your journey and buy camellia today for a garden you’ll love year-round.


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