Camellia

• Overview - Blooms in winter, typically from November to March. Prefers partial shade and acid soil high in organic matter. Hardy in Zones 7 - 9. Slow grower. The leaves of the Camellia sinensis are the primary source for black and green tea.
  • America Camellia Society
  • Camellia Homepage - More images than you could ever imagine from a Japanese enthusiast.
  • Camellias in Florida Dr. Bob (UF)
  • Clemson
  • Dave's Garden
  • Gainesville Camellia Society
  • International Camellia Society
  • Sandra's Camellia's Page
  • wikipedia
• Japanese Camellia (camellia japonica) Reaches 7' t0 12' high and 5' to 10' wide.
  • Dave's Garden
  • University of Florida
• Sasanqua Camellia or Autumn Camellia (camellia sasanqua)
  • Dave's Garden
• Tea-Oil Camellia (camellia oleifera)
  • University of Florida