Camellia japonica (Dream Lover Camellia)
Camellia japonica (Dream Lover Camellia)
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Camellia ‘Dream Lover’ is an elegant evergreen shrub known for its striking semi-double blooms, featuring a soft white centre with a deep lavender-pink edge. Flowering from winter into early spring, its large, eye-catching flowers (around 10 cm in diameter) create a beautiful contrast against its glossy green foliage.
With a fast, upright growth habit, this camellia is ideal as a feature plant, in garden beds, or grown in containers. Its refined colouring and reliable performance make it a standout choice for adding sophistication and seasonal interest to shaded or sheltered garden spaces.
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Mature height
2 to 3m
Mature width
1.5 to 2m
Spacing
1.5 to 2m
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
White flowers with deep lavender-pink edges and glossy green foliage
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Winter to early spring
Sun tolerance
Partial shade
Maintenance
Moderate, prefers well-drained acidic soil; prune after flowering to shape and maintain growth
Root System
Shallow, fibrous root system suitable for containers, hedging, and feature planting