camellia varieties nz
Camellia varieties NZ gardeners love offer year-round beauty, reliable structure, and a burst of colour just when the garden needs it most. Whether you’re creating a privacy hedge, a stunning feature plant, or simply filling a shady spot with elegant blooms, camellias have an unbeatable charm. In New Zealand, camellias thrive in our temperate climate, bringing lush, evergreen foliage and a wide range of flower forms and colours to gardens both large and small. From the robust Camellia sasanqua types that flower early in the season to the showstopping blooms of japonica and hybrid varieties, there’s a camellia to suit every taste and site. Read on for expert advice on selecting the best camellia varieties NZ has to offer, along with handy planting tips for healthy, long-lived shrubs.
Camellia 'Setsugekka'
Camellia 'Setsugekka' is a sasanqua variety with large, semi-double, white flowers with wavy, fluted petals and a yellow centre. These contrast nicely with the glossy, dark green leaves as it grows to 3 m tall and 2 m wide. Camellia 'Setsugekka' 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.
From $33.68
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 New Zealand gardens when little else is flowering. This reliable variety is ideal for hedging, screening, or feature planting. Its neat growth and consistent flowering make it a popular choice for adding structure, privacy, and strong seasonal impact.
From $47.18
