Camellia 'Ballet Queen'

Camellia 'Ballet Queen' is a graceful evergreen shrub admired for its elegant soft pink blooms and glossy dark green foliage. Flowering from late winter into spring, it brings refined colour and beauty to New Zealand gardens when brightness is most appreciated. With its upright habit and reliable flowering performance, it is ideal for hedging, borders, and feature planting in sheltered garden spaces.

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Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	2.50 m
Spread:	2.50 m
Flowering time:	Spring, Summer
Tolerances:
Garden uses:	Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as
Sku	10877

How to grow Camellia 'Ballet Queen' in NZ

Camellia 'Ballet Queen' thrives in part shade or filtered light in most New Zealand regions. Plant in fertile, slightly acidic, well drained soil enriched with compost. Choose a sheltered position protected from harsh afternoon sun and strong winds to protect buds and blooms. Water regularly during establishment and maintain consistent moisture during dry periods and flowering.

Camellia 'Ballet Queen' care tips

Camellia 'Ballet Queen' benefits from feeding in spring and again in summer with a fertiliser formulated for camellias and acid loving plants. Apply mulch to retain moisture and keep roots cool, ensuring it is kept clear of the trunk. Light pruning after flowering will help maintain a dense attractive shape. Remove spent blooms to keep the plant tidy and encourage strong healthy growth.

Camellia 'Ballet Queen' size, spacing, and growth rate

Camellia 'Ballet Queen' typically grows to around 2 to 3 metres tall and about 1.5 to 2 metres wide, forming a dense upright shrub. Space plants approximately 1.5 to 2 metres apart to allow for mature spread and good airflow. Growth is moderate in favourable conditions. Over time it develops into a well shaped shrub covered in masses of delicate pink blooms.

Landscaping uses for Camellia 'Ballet Queen'

Camellia 'Ballet Queen' is ideal for mixed shrub borders, flowering hedges, and feature planting in partially shaded gardens. Its soft pink flowers contrast beautifully with darker foliage plants and ferns. Use it to brighten sheltered areas, frame entrances, or create a refined flowering backdrop. It also performs well in large containers for patios and courtyard gardens.

Why buy Camellia 'Ballet Queen' from The Plant Company?

When you purchase Camellia 'Ballet Queen' from The Plant Company, you are choosing NZ’s most trusted plant nursery. Our camellias are grown and selected for strength, health, and performance in New Zealand conditions. We provide expert advice to help you choose the right position and care routine. With secure packaging and reliable nationwide delivery, you can buy with confidence and enjoy premium quality plants every time.

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Hi there, Is Ballet Queen a fast-growing variety?

It grows at the same pace as most other Camellia varieties. Expect 30-50 cm of growth per year.

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