Royal Velvet Camellia | Camellia Japonica 'Royal Velvet'

The Royal Velvet Camellia (Camellia japonica ‘Royal Velvet’) is a breathtaking evergreen shrub known for its large, velvety deep red blooms and glossy, dark green foliage. A favorite among gardeners for generations, this camellia adds striking color and elegance to landscapes during the cooler months, when many other plants are dormant.

Each spring, Royal Velvet produces showy, semi-double to peony-form blooms that can measure up to 5 inches across. These flowers contrast beautifully against the dense evergreen leaves, creating a stunning focal point in gardens, borders, or containers.

Sold in 3-gallon pots, these well-established plants are ready to bring beauty and structure to your landscape.

Key Features:

• Botanical Name: Camellia japonica ‘Royal Velvet’
• Large, velvety deep red blooms, up to 5 inches wide
• Evergreen shrub with glossy dark green leaves
• Blooms in late winter to spring, when little else is flowering
• Grown and shipped in 3-gallon containers
• Excellent for borders, hedges, or specimen plantings
• Hardy and long-lived landscape favorite

Size:

• Shipped in 3-gallon pots (well-rooted and landscape-ready)

Care & Growing Tips:

Plant your Royal Velvet Camellia in partial shade with well-drained, acidic soil enriched with organic matter. Water consistently during the first season to establish a strong root system. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and protect roots. Prune lightly after flowering to shape and encourage new growth. Protect from strong afternoon sun in hotter climates.

Why You’ll Love It:

With its striking red blooms and year-round evergreen beauty, the Royal Velvet Camellia adds elegance and charm to any garden. Perfect as a hedge, specimen shrub, or container plant, it offers long-lasting color and a touch of Southern tradition.