Camellia japonica L.T. Dees

Common Name:
Japanese Camellia

Description:
Camellia japonica ‘L.T. Dees’ is an elegant evergreen flowering shrub prized for its large, formal double blooms in rich shades of soft pink flushed with deeper rose tones. Flowering from late winter through to spring, this classic camellia brings colour and structure to shaded gardens during the cooler months when many other plants are dormant. Its glossy dark green foliage provides year-round appeal and creates a lush backdrop for the impressive blooms. Well-suited to Melbourne’s climate, ‘L.T. Dees’ performs best in part shade with protection from harsh afternoon sun and strong winds. It prefers moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil enriched with organic matter. Ideal for garden beds, woodland-style plantings, feature pots, and formal hedging, this camellia is valued for its refined appearance, long flowering season, and reliable performance.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 2–3 m
• Width: 1.5–2.5 m

Aspect:

• Part Shade
• Full Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Winter
• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• Soft pink
• Rose pink

Key Attributes:

• Bee Attracting
• Bird Attracting
• Disease Resistant
• Evergreen
• Perennial
• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Pots
• Suitable for Topiary
• Scent free flowers

Toxicity:
Generally considered non-toxic to humans, dogs, and cats.

Companion Plants:

• Azalea
• Gardenia
• Hellebore
• Hydrangea
• Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum)
• Pieris japonica
• Rhododendron
• Ferns