Camellia hiemalis 'Hiryu' - Pink Camellia 'Plantation Pink' – Japonica Camellia

• Screening or Privacy
• Shrubs
• Feature Tree
• Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots

Camellia hiemalis 'Hiryu' - Pink Camellia 'Plantation Pink' – Japonica Camellia works in an:

• Cottage Garden – romantic mix of flowers, colour, and texture.
• Japanese Inspired – serene balance of form, foliage, and flow.
• Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
• Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Camellia hiemalis 'Hiryu' - Pink Camellia 'Plantation Pink' – Japonica Camellia is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height: 2m - 3m Approximately

Mature Width: 1.5m – 2m

Camellia hiemalis 'Hiryu' - Pink Camellia 'Plantation Pink' – Japonica Camellia is expected to grow Approx. 25 – 40 cm per year.

Camellia hiemalis 'Hiryu' - Pink Camellia 'Plantation Pink' – Japonica Camellia is expected to grow Approx. 25 – 40 cm per year.

They are considered to have a:

• Medium Growth Rate

Is Camellia hiemalis 'Hiryu' - Pink Camellia 'Plantation Pink' – Japonica Camellia frost tolerant?

Camellia hiemalis 'Hiryu' - Pink Camellia 'Plantation Pink' – Japonica Camellia is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

• Subtropical QLD (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast)
• Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
• Sydney & Central Coast
• South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
• Inland NSW / Tablelands (Orange, Bathurst, Canberra)
• Melbourne & Surrounds (Metro, Bayside, Geelong, Bellarine, Mornington)
• Western District & Central VIC (Ballarat, Bendigo, Hamilton)
• Gippsland (Latrobe Valley, East Gippsland)
• Adelaide Metro & Coastal
• Adelaide Hills & Barossa

Camellia hiemalis ‘Hiryu’ produces masses of vibrant deep pink, semi-double flowers from autumn through early winter. The bright blooms stand out beautifully against the glossy dark-green foliage, creating a long-lasting and highly ornamental cool-season display.

Does Camellia hiemalis 'Hiryu' - Pink Camellia 'Plantation Pink' – Japonica Camellia flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Autumn
• Winter

Flower Type:

• Semi-double

Flower Colour:

Pink

No

Camellia hiemalis 'Hiryu' - Pink Camellia 'Plantation Pink' – Japonica Camellia is Native to Japan, where camellias naturally grow along woodland edges and shaded forest margins.

Its long flowering period supports cool-season pollinators, including native bees and hoverflies, while the dense evergreen foliage provides shelter for small birds. The layered branch structure also forms a shaded micro-habitat that enhances biodiversity in protected garden spaces.

Camellia hiemalis 'Hiryu' - Pink Camellia 'Plantation Pink' – Japonica Camellia will thrive best in:

• Full Sun

Camellia hiemalis ‘Hiryu’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils and prefers slightly acidic conditions. It may struggle in alkaline or poorly drained soils unless improved with organic matter to enhance structure and moisture regulation. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as it matures to support strong flowering and evergreen health.

Is Camellia hiemalis 'Hiryu' - Pink Camellia 'Plantation Pink' – Japonica Camellia Drought tolerant?

As a young plant it requires regular watering, but once established Camellia ‘Hiryu’ develops moderate drought tolerance. It performs best with deep, occasional watering during extended dry periods and benefits from protection from hot afternoon sun to maintain flower colour and leaf health.