Camellia Japonica 'Volcano'
Camellia Japonica 'Volcano'
Camellia Japonica 'Volcano' (Volcano Camellia) is renowned for its fiery, scarlet-red double blooms that reach up to 11 cm in diameter. The flowers display a stunning high-anemone form, with ruffled inner petals contrasting elegantly with smooth outer petals. This variety blooms from late winter to early spring, offering vibrant color when the garden needs it most. Its glossy, dark green foliage enhances the visual appeal, providing a lush and sophisticated backdrop for the dramatic blooms.
Perfect for hedges, borders, or as a striking feature plant, Camellia Japonica 'Volcano' thrives in both full sun and part shade. This fast-growing, low-maintenance plant is tolerant of light frost and requires well-drained soil. Suitable for gardens Australia-wide, it adds elegance and structure to any landscape while being hardy enough for various conditions.
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Mature height
2-4 meters
Mature width
1.5-3 meters
Spacing
2-3 meters
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Glossy dark green foliage with fiery red blooms and contrasting yellow stamens
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Late Winter to Early Spring (July to October)
Sun tolerance
Partial shade to filtered sunlight
Maintenance
Low maintenance, prune lightly after flowering to shape and remove spent blooms