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camellia flower plant

The camellia flower plant is a timeless favourite for garden enthusiasts across New Zealand. With lush glossy foliage and elegant blooms ranging from delicate whites to bold pinks and reds, camellias bring vibrant colour and visual interest to gardens throughout the year. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, these hardy evergreens thrive in a variety of settings, from shaded borders to ornamental hedges. Whether you’re after a classic specimen or new hybrid, discovering the perfect camellia flower plant for your landscape is a rewarding choice that lifts any garden space.

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.

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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 Pearl'

Camellia 'Paradise Pearl' is an elegant evergreen shrub known for its beautiful soft white to blush toned flowers that bring brightness and refinement to New Zealand gardens. Flowering from late winter into spring, it provides reliable seasonal interest when many plants are still dormant.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 2.50 m
Spread: 1.75 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 'Little Liane'

Camellia 'Little Liane' is a charming evergreen shrub admired for its soft pink blooms and glossy dark green foliage. This compact camellia flowers...

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Camellia 'Paradise Belinda'

Camellia 'Paradise Belinda' is a stunning evergreen shrub prized for its soft pink blooms that bring colour and elegance to New Zealand gardens...

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Camellia 'Paradise Vanessa'

Camellia 'Paradise Vanessa' is a beautiful evergreen shrub that produces soft pink blooms, bringing elegance and seasonal colour to New Zealand...

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Camellia 'Paradise Helen'

Camellia 'Paradise Helen' is a graceful evergreen shrub that produces soft pink blooms, adding elegance and seasonal colour to New Zealand gardens...

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Camellia 'Curly Lady'

Camellia 'Curly Lady' is a unique evergreen shrub admired for its beautifully shaped pink blooms with distinctive twisted petals. Flowering from late...

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Camellia 'With Love'

Camellia 'With Love' is a charming evergreen shrub known for its soft romantic blooms and glossy green foliage. It provides beautiful winter to...

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Camellia 'Yuletide'

Camellia 'Yuletide' is a standout evergreen shrub prized for its bright red single flowers with golden centres that bring vibrant winter colour to...

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Camellia 'Maroon and Gold'

Camellia 'Maroon and Gold' is a striking evergreen shrub admired for its deep maroon red blooms highlighted with golden stamens and glossy dark green...

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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 '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 'Koto no Kaori'

Camellia 'Koto no Kaori' is a beautiful evergreen shrub admired for its delicate pale pink flowers and glossy dark green foliage. This elegant...

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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 'Kramers Supreme'

Camellia 'Kramers Supreme' is a spectacular evergreen shrub admired for its large deep red blooms and glossy dark green foliage. This outstanding...

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Camellia 'Tsaii'

Camellia 'Tsaii' is a graceful evergreen shrub known for its delicate blooms and elegant form that bring charm to New Zealand gardens. Flowering from...

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Camellia 'Water Lily'

Camellia 'Water Lily' is an elegant evergreen shrub admired for its soft pink layered blooms that resemble a water lily. It brings refined colour to...

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Camellia 'Roma Red'

Camellia 'Roma Red' is a striking evergreen shrub known for its rich red blooms and glossy green foliage. It delivers bold winter to spring colour in...

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Camellia japonica 'Jurys Yellow'

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

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

Camellia 'Paradise Blush' is a beautiful evergreen shrub that produces soft blush pink flowers, adding gentle colour and elegance to New Zealand...

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Camellia 'Blizzard'

Camellia 'Blizzard' is a striking evergreen shrub known for its large pure white blooms and glossy green foliage. It delivers elegant winter to...

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Camellia 'Red Red Rose'

Camellia 'Red Red Rose' is a striking evergreen shrub known for its rich red blooms that bring bold colour and elegance to New Zealand gardens...

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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 'Slimline Avalanche'

Camellia 'Slimline Avalanche' is an elegant evergreen shrub known for its pure white blooms and narrow upright growth. It delivers bright winter to...

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Camellia 'Spring Festival'

Camellia 'Spring Festival' is a charming evergreen shrub that produces soft pink blooms, bringing colour and freshness to New Zealand gardens...

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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 'Donation'

Camellia 'Donation' is a superb evergreen shrub admired for its large soft pink blooms with golden centres that appear from late winter into spring...

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Camellia 'Exquisite'

Camellia 'Exquisite' is a stunning evergreen shrub admired for its elegant pink blooms and glossy dark green foliage. This refined camellia flowers...

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Camellia 'Nicky Crisp' beautiful pink flowers.
Camellia 'Nicky Crisp'

Camellia 'Nicky Crisp' is a beautiful evergreen shrub admired for its elegant soft pink blooms and glossy dark green foliage. 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 'Takanini'

Camellia 'Takanini' is a reliable evergreen shrub known for its attractive blooms that bring colour and elegance to New Zealand gardens. Flowering...

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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 'Early Pearly'

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Gorgeous Camellia Varieties for Kiwi Gardens

When it comes to selecting a camellia flower plant, gardeners are spoiled for choice. The diversity in flower shape, colour, and growth habit ensures a camellia can suit any garden palette or style. For early bloomers, consider the elegant Camellia 'Early Pearly', renowned for its pristine white double flowers that shine in winter to early spring. Another standout is the soft pink Camellia 'Apple Blossom', loved for its delicate blush tones and profuse flowering.

If you’re searching for modern hybrids with exceptional flowering, the Paradise range offers unique camellia flower plant options. Camellia Paradise Belinda boasts large, formal blooms and a compact growth habit, making it ideal for smaller gardens or container growing. For a touch of romantic flair, Camellia Paradise Vanessa delivers vibrant pink blooms with eye-catching petal formation. If you prefer gentle pastel hues, Camellia Paradise Pearl displays elegant, soft pink flowers sure to brighten shaded spaces.

How to Grow Camellia Flower Plants in New Zealand

Camellia flower plants are remarkably versatile and suited to New Zealand’s temperate climate. They prefer partially shaded positions protected from strong afternoon sun and wind. Well-draining, slightly acidic soil is key–mulching helps maintain moisture, control weeds, and keep roots cool. Water regularly during dry spells, especially when your camellia flower plant is establishing. Pruning after flowering keeps the plant tidy, supports dense growth, and encourages vibrant flower displays year after year.

Uses for Camellia Flower Plants

Camellia flower plants work beautifully as feature shrubs, hedging, or privacy screens. Their dense evergreen foliage provides year-round structure, making them excellent in formal and informal gardens alike. The flowers make impressive cut blooms, while the glossy leaves create a stunning backdrop for companion plants. Camellia flower plants also thrive in large containers, offering flexibility for patios and courtyards where you want a splash of colour and lushness.

Enhance Your Garden with Camellia Flower Plants

Whether you’re designing a classic garden or want standout blooms in a contemporary setting, the camellia flower plant is an enduring choice. With varieties like Camellia 'Early Pearly', Camellia 'Apple Blossom', Camellia Paradise Belinda, Camellia Paradise Vanessa, and Camellia Paradise Pearl, you’re sure to find the perfect plant to suit your style. Begin your camellia journey and transform your garden with the unrivalled beauty of these exquisite plants.

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