Camellia japonica ‘Our Melissa’
Camellia japonica ‘Our Melissa’
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Camellia ‘Our Melissa’ is a graceful, large evergreen shrub with a weeping habit, valued for its soft, romantic blooms and elegant form. It produces miniature, soft-pink informal double flowers that appear from winter through spring, adding gentle color to shaded garden areas when few other plants are in bloom.
Its glossy, dark green foliage provides a rich backdrop for the delicate flowers, while the naturally weeping branches create a flowing, ornamental silhouette as the plant matures. This variety is particularly well-suited for planting beneath trees or in semi-shaded positions, where its cascading growth can be fully appreciated.
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Mature height
2 to 4m
Mature width
1 to 2m
Spacing
1.5 to 2m
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Soft pink informal double flowers with glossy dark green evergreen foliage
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Winter to spring
Sun tolerance
Semi-shade to shade; thrives in sheltered, filtered light conditions
Maintenance
Low to moderate; prefers acidic, well-drained soils (clay, loam, or sandy); regular watering during establishment; minimal pruning required—prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape
Root System
Shallow, fibrous roots—ideal for shaded borders, underplanting beneath trees, or as a feature shrub in sheltered garden areas