Camellia japonica 'Royal Velvet', Camellia well-drain Blooming with abandon in April

Blooming with abandon in April and May

Garden specimen photos from the JC Raulston Arboretum

late spring to mid-summer

The seeds are a delicious treat for goldfinches during the heat of summer

large floral panicles start out white and age to an antique pink

Camellia japonica 'Royal Velvet', Camellia well-drain Blooming with abandon in AprilSemi double deep red blooms in late winter to early spring. Upright, dense, and fast rowing mid size camellia Prefers a lightly shaded site with some summer water. Camellias can take full shade or more sun, but too much exposure can lead to winter damage or summer stress, and too much shade will lead to fewer blooms. Mature size: 8 12 ft T x 6 10 ft W Minimum temperature: 0 F