Camellia Plants
Evergreen Camellia plants for gifts and occasions
Camellias are a British garden favourite. Blooming in from autumn through the late winter and into the spring, often when little else is flowering, it makes them a symbol of hope, renewal and beauty in colder months. Ideal gifts for patios, borders, and terraces, these outdoor shrubs are prized for their glossy evergreen foliage and wow factor blooms in reds, whites, pinks and creams.
Choose from early flowering Camellia sasanqua varieties or classic Camellia japonicas. Plus, new and trending varieties such as Camellia Ackerman and Camellia Transnokoensis. We even stock Tea Plants - part of the Camellia sinensis which make fun gifts for tea lovers!
Why choose Camellia plants to send as gifts
Camellias are more than just seasonal flowerers. They’re evergreen treasures that bring structure, colour, and elegance to gardens and containers. Whether you choose Camellia japonica, Camellia sasanqua, or a more unusual variety, each plant offers glossy foliage and striking blooms that will reward.
Occasion themed Camellias
Our Happy Birthday Camellias (Camellia japonica) are a popular plant gift for a birthday. Their blousy pink blooms bring colour in the darked parts of the year. For anniversaries, choose Silver, Golden or Ruby Anniversary Camellias (Camellia japonica) to celebrate these milestone occasions. Each plant will be presented gift wrapped and delivered with an attractive pot and a greetings card with your personal message.
Care Tips That Help Camellias Thrive
- Planting & positioning: Camellias are easy going, outdoor plants – they do not like to be kept indoors. Find a partial or dappled shaded position in the garden that is sheltered from strong winds and early morning sun.
- Soil & acidity: It is a popular myth that you must only use ericaceous or acid soils for Camellias. Although they prefer slightly ericaceous and acid soils, Camellias will cope well in most soils except chalk and very alkaline conditions. They will be very happy planted in a good container peat-free compost and even garden soil.
- Watering: Camellias kept in pots don’t like to get too dry. Keep soil evenly moist (especially during summer) making sure excess water can freely drain away as waterlogged soil can cause leaf drop.
- Pests: Camellias kept outdoors don’t tend to suffer to much from pests but if you do notice any critters, you can read more on what to do on our plant pest treatment page.
- Container culture: Many camellias do well in pots, and they are usually grateful for a repot in the spring, but you can also report in summer or early autumn, just not the winter.
