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dream weaver camellia

Searching for Dream Weaver Camellia? This exquisite shrub is renowned for its show-stopping semi-double blooms and lush, glossy foliage, making it a favourite among New Zealand gardeners who seek reliable colour and elegance in their landscapes. The Dream Weaver Camellia combines classic camellia resilience with outstanding performance in both formal and informal garden settings, thriving as a standalone specimen, hedging plant, or even in large containers. If you desire a camellia that offers long-lasting flowers and easy care, the Dream Weaver Camellia is sure to become a star in your garden.

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 foliage. This eye catching camellia flowers through winter and early spring and brings rich colour to New Zealand gardens when many plants are dormant. The dramatic flowers create a bold display against the lush foliage. Camellia 'Maroon and Gold' is perfect for gardeners wanting a camellia with strong visual impact.

Buy Camellia 'Maroon and Gold'

From $33.68

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Shrubs

Height: 2.00 m

Spread: 1.50 m

Flowering time: Spring, Winter

Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Specimen

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern

Camellia Black Magic

Camellia 'Black Magic' is a dramatic evergreen shrub known for its deep red, almost black blooms and glossy green foliage. It delivers striking winter to spring colour in New Zealand gardens and creates a bold focal point. This hardy variety is ideal for hedging, screening, or feature planting. Its strong growth and rich flower colour make it a popular choice for adding depth and contrast to garden designs.

Buy Camellia Black Magic

From $37.73

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Shrubs

Height: 2.50 m

Spread: 2.00 m

Flowering time: Spring, Summer

Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas, Screening, Topiary

Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern

Features and Benefits

Dream Weaver Camellia is most admired for its abundant medium-sized flowers, which appear from late winter through spring. Each bloom is delicately layered, often in enchanting shades of soft pink to rose, forming a gentle contrast with the rich, evergreen foliage beneath. This camellia brings texture and structure to gardens all year round, providing vital shelter and beauty even when other plants go dormant. The Dream Weaver Camellia is also resistant to common pests and diseases, making it a low-maintenance option for gardeners.

Planting and Care Tips

Like all camellias, Dream Weaver Camellia thrives in well-drained, acidic soil with plenty of organic matter. It prefers partial shade, especially in the afternoon, to protect its blooms from harsh sunlight and strong winds. Watering should be regular in the drier months, ensuring moisture at the root zone without causing saturation. Mulching will keep roots cool and suppress weeds, while an annual feed in spring promotes strong growth and flowering. Pruning after flowering encourages bushier growth and helps maintain the plant’s attractive shape.

Landscape Uses

Dream Weaver Camellia makes a striking feature plant alongside paths, patios, or entrances, where its blooms can be easily admired. It's equally effective in mixed borders, where its winter and spring flowering provides vital colour. If you're considering a camellia hedge, Dream Weaver Camellia’s dense growth and manageable size make it ideal for privacy and shelter. Combine it with other varieties for extended flowering periods and contrasting textures.

Explore More Camellias

If you’re inspired by Dream Weaver Camellia, you might also want to consider other stunning varieties offered at our nursery. With their unique colours and forms:

Camellia Takanini boasts vibrant magenta blooms for dramatic winter interest.
Camellia Paradise Belinda features beautifully ruffled pink flowers and compact growth.
Camellia Paradise Helen offers eye-catching creamy-white petals with a delightful fragrance.
Camellia sasanqua Sparkling Burgundy is perfect for hedging, producing rich, burgundy flowers.
Camellia Yuletide brings festive cheer with vibrant red blooms and golden centres.

Why Choose Dream Weaver Camellia?

For gardeners seeking effortless style and enduring flower power, Dream Weaver Camellia remains a top choice throughout New Zealand. Its versatility, resilience, and beauty make it suitable for both novice and experienced gardeners. Discover the elegance of Dream Weaver Camellia and invigorate your landscape with this timeless favourite. Support your garden’s beauty year-round and enjoy the transformative power of camellias.

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Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.