Camellia

Camellia japonica

Glossy-leaved evergreen shrub with winter and early-spring flowers. Needs acidic soil.

Hardiness ratings

Camellia hardiness across the four zone systems
SystemRatingTemperature rangeHow to read it
USDA hardiness zone Zone 7–10 −17.8 °C to 4.4 °C Plant tolerates down to this zone
RHS hardiness rating H4 −10 °C to −5 °C Plant needs at least this level of cold tolerance
Canadian plant hardiness zone Zone 7–9 −12 °C and warmer Plant tolerates down to this zone
Australian (ANBG) zone Zone 3–6 −5 °C to 15 °C Plant tolerates down to this zone

Growing notes

  • Frost can damage open buds and flowers
  • Prefers part shade and consistent moisture

Categories

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Reference

Camellia on Wikipedia