types of camellias
Searching for the perfect camellia for your New Zealand garden? Understanding the different types of camellias is the first step to growing these evergreen treasures. Camellias are famed for their glossy leaves, stunning blooms, and their ability to brighten the garden from autumn to spring. With so many varieties available, from small-leaved sasanquas to large-flowered japonicas, there’s a camellia suitable for every spot in your landscape. Let’s explore the main types of camellias, with some radiant examples to inspire your next planting.
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 sasanqua 'Sparkling Burgundy'
Camellia sasanqua 'Sparkling Burgundy' is a striking evergreen shrub known for its deep burgundy new foliage and soft pink blooms that add rich colour to New Zealand gardens. Flowering in autumn and early winter, it provides valuable seasonal interest when many plants are slowing down. Its upright habit and dense growth make it ideal for hedging, screening, or feature planting in modern and traditional landscapes.
From $37.73
