Best Camellia Varieties. Faster growing than camellia japonica this broadleaved evergreen shrub may grow from 18 in. A part shade lover camellia sasanqua is best grown in consistently moist acidic organically rich well drained soils.
This wonderful range of plants only get better with age. You may also find hybrids between species developed by breeders who wish to add new colors and cold hardiness to the market. The genus camellia part of the theaceae family includes several common ornamental species and many cultivars c.
This wonderful range of plants only get better with age.
Actually we couldn t decide out of 12. Until recently camellias were the privilege of mild winter regions zones 7 10. The only problem is that there are literally thousands of named varieties and it s hard to choose between them. Thanks to advancements in breeding many new camellia varieties can be successfully grown in zone 6 where they can endure temperatures as cool as 10f 23c if grown in sheltered locations.