🌸 Spring-Flowering Camellias
– A Beginner’s Guide
As winter fades, camellias bring a burst of colour to UK gardens. With glossy green leaves and beautiful blooms from February onwards, they’re a perfect early spring flower!
🌿 Why Grow Camellias?
✅ Early Blooms – Brightens up your garden before most plants flower.
✅ Evergreen Leaves – Looks good all year round.
✅ Low Maintenance – Easy to care for once established.
Their soft pinks, deep reds, and snowy whites add elegance, and the yellow centres make them pop in any garden.
🌞 Where & How to Grow Camellias
🌱 Soil – They love acidic, well-drained soil (add ericaceous compost if needed).
☀️ Light – Partial shade is best – too much sun can scorch the leaves.
💧 Watering – Keep soil moist but avoid waterlogging.
🛡️ Protection – In colder areas, plant in sheltered spots to protect from frost.
🌺 Varieties & PRICES AVAILABLE IN OUR PLANT AREA
Sizes:
3 Litre pot £14.99
10L £24.99
25L £40
10L on frame/trellis £60
Varieties include:
‘Fire Ball’
‘Nuccio’s Cameo’
‘Myaki Dori’
‘Lavinia Maggie’ (white with pink freckles )
‘Lady Campbell’
💡 Camellia Care Tips
✔ Mulch in spring – Helps keep soil acidic and moist.
✔ Prune lightly after flowering – Keeps plants shapely & healthy.
✔ Feed with camellia food – Encourages strong growth & more flowers.
🌿 A Timeless Garden Favourite
Camellias symbolise elegance and love. Whether you’re new to gardening or a seasoned pro, these stunning, easy-care shrubs bring colour and charm to any outdoor space.
Start growing camellias and enjoy an early splash of spring beauty! 🌸✨