Camellia japonica - The noble camellia with dark pink flowers
Camellia japonica, also known as Japanese camellia, is one of the most beautiful and traditional flowering shrubs. With its elegant, dark pink flowers, which appear from February to April, it brings colour to the still wintry landscape and creates elegant accents in the garden or on the patio. Its evergreen, glossy foliage ensures an attractive appearance even outside the flowering season, which fits perfectly into romantic and Asian-inspired garden concepts.
Enchanting dark pink flowers - a highlight in winter and spring
The intensely dark pink flowers of Camellia japonica are a real eye-catcher. They appear in the winter months right through to spring and look particularly elegant thanks to their soft colouring. Depending on the variety, the flowers are single, semi-double or heavily double and are reminiscent of roses in their gracefulness. The contrast between the bright flowers and the deep green, glossy foliage makes this plant an indispensable part of stylish gardens.
Perfect planting partners for stylish garden designs
The camellia harmonises perfectly with other plants that have similar site requirements. It looks particularly beautiful next to rhododendrons, azaleas or hydrangeas, which also prefer slightly acidic soils. Funkias (Hosta), ferns or periwinkle (Vinca minor) are also ideal companions and emphasise its elegant character. In Asian-inspired gardens, it makes a perfect combination with bamboo or Japanese maples (Acer palmatum), which stylishly complement its bright blooms.
Location and soil - optimal conditions for lush flowering
Camellia japonica prefers a semi-shaded to light-shaded location. Direct midday sun should be avoided as it can damage the leaves and flowers. It thrives best in a sheltered spot with even humidity. The soil should be rich in humus, slightly acidic and well-drained. Waterlogging should be avoided at all costs, as the fine roots react sensitively to this.
Winter hardiness and protection in colder regions
The camellia is hardy in mild climates. In harsher regions, however, it should be provided with winter protection, especially when growing outdoors. Tub plants can easily be moved to a cool, frost-free place in the event of heavy frosts. A mulch layer of bark mulch or leaves provides additional protection for the root area and keeps the soil moisture stable.
Easy to care for and tolerates pruning
The camellia is an easy-care plant if its basic needs are met. Regular watering with low-lime water and fertilisation with rhododendron or azalea fertiliser in spring will support its healthy growth. Pruning is not usually necessary, but can be done after flowering to keep the plant in shape and encourage branching.
An elegant eye-catcher for the garden, patio and balcony
Whether as a solitary plant in the border, as a container plant on the patio or in combination with other woody plants - the Camellia japonica with its elegant dark pink flowers is a real asset to any garden landscape. Its classic, evergreen foliage and impressive blooms make it a plant that comes into its own in both modern and romantic garden concepts.
Bring magical flowers into the cold season with the Japanese camellia
Camellia japonica combines elegance, winter flowering and year-round beauty in a single plant. With its intense dark pink flowers, it creates a vibrant play of colours and brings anticipation of spring even in winter. Let yourself be enchanted by its timeless beauty and enjoy its magnificent flowers year after year!
Our plants are grown in pots and can therefore be planted all year round.
