This extremely popular shrub is seen in borders and in formation hedges. Use as specimen plants on the lawn and as colorful accents near outdoor living areas. They are especially attractive and easy to grow when planted under a canopy of live oaks and pine trees that provide broken shade. It is tolerant of urban conditions if maintained, and can also be used in containers. Features Named from Jocob Kamel, a Jesuit missionary who first brought the shrub to Europe and mistook it for its relative, a tea plant.
Red camellias symbolize intrinsic worth and white blossoms mean loveliness.
Displayed at Korean weddings as far back as 1200 BC, camellias represented longevity and faithfulness.