Woodie’s Picks: Best Camellia Japonica for Spring Color
The birds are chirping, the sun is setting later, and your favorite evergreen shrub is budding in preparation for a magnificent debut of blooms at the start of the spring season. If you are looking to add that ‘wow factor’ to your landscape this spring, take a look at these all-star spring-blooming camellias!
In this blog, we will highlight the key benefits of Camellia Japonica and shed light on four of our favorite varieties that are either blooming now or covered in buds and blooming soon!
Reasons to Plant Spring Camellia Shrubs
Long Bloom Season
Typically producing blooms from mid-winter through early spring, you can enjoy a mass of large, fragrant rose-like blooms for several weeks out of the year when you plant Camellia Japonica shrubs.
Evergreen Foliage
Another incredible benefit of incorporating spring camellias into your landscape is their lustrous evergreen foliage. The glossy, deep green leaves on these shrubs offer year-round interest, ensuring four seasons of beauty even when the blooms have stopped.
Versatile in Use
Spring camellias come in a wide array of colors and flower forms, allowing for diverse garden designs. These popular landscaping plants can be used as specimen plants, foundation shrubs, flowering hedges, privacy screens, or even grown in containers on patios or porches!
Blooming Soon: Our Favorite Spring Camellia Shrubs
April Dawn Camellia
Don’t let the name fool you—the April Dawn Camellia is already covered in buds and beginning to bloom, and it’s only March! This variety boasts striking, formal double flowers in shades of pink and white, with beautiful variations in color patterns that add a touch of elegance to your garden.
This vigorous grower tolerates a wide range of garden conditions, including partial shade and various soil types. Hardy in USDA Zones 6-9, these show-stopping shrubs mature to heights of up to 8 feet.
Professor Sargent Camellia
For a plant that radiates passion, fire, and bold beauty, look no further than Professor Sargent Camellia. Salsa red blooms burst with fury in early spring and are complemented perfectly by the rich, dark green foliage that persists year-round.
This camellia variety performs best in the morning sun and afternoon shade, which helps protect the blooms from midday heat. It thrives in well-draining, acidic soil and is both deer-resistant and low-maintenance once established, making it an ideal option for Southern gardens and woodland landscapes.
White By The Gate Camellia
For a more subtle and sophisticated planting option, ideal for formal gardens and elegant courtyards, plant the White By The Gate Camellia. This stunning shrub offers visual appeal with its dramatic, formal double-white blooms and glossy evergreen foliage.
Beyond its beauty, gardeners appreciate the White By The Gate for its low-maintenance care, deer resistance, and ability to produce cut flowers perfect for indoor arrangements. It's a timeless favorite for adding classic charm to your spring landscape.
Pink Perfection Camellia
The Pink Perfection Camellia produces exquisite, formal double blooms in a flawless soft pink hue. This magnificent spring bloomer brings romantic charm to any garden setting and is a must-have for camellia collectors.
To grow a thriving Pink Perfection Camellia, provide partial shade, acidic soil, and consistent moisture. Protect the plant from harsh winds and avoid direct afternoon sun to encourage healthy growth and prolonged blooming from late winter through May.
Shop Spring Camellias Online Today
At Woodie’s, we hand-pick the best spring-blooming camellias to bring vibrant color, timeless elegance, and four-season beauty to your garden. Whether you're designing a Southern shade garden, adding texture to a woodland border, or creating a fragrant foundation planting, our premium Camellia Japonica shrubs are the perfect choice.
Browse our curated selection of camellias online today and get your garden ready for a spectacular spring bloom. With nationwide shipping and expert packaging, your dream garden is just a click away. Shop now and plant the promise of spring beauty with Woodie’s!