Camellia japonica Lady Loch

Common Name: Lady Loch Camellia

Description:
Camellia japonica 'Lady Loch' is a classic evergreen shrub admired for its large, formal double blooms in a rich, deep pink to crimson-red shade. Flowering from late winter to early spring, its beautifully structured flowers stand out against the plant’s dark green, glossy foliage, adding elegance and colour to gardens. With a naturally upright and dense growth habit, ‘Lady Loch’ is perfect for hedging, screening, or as a feature plant in gardens and large containers. Thriving in well-drained, slightly acidic soils, it prefers part shade but can tolerate full sun in cooler climates. Hardy and low-maintenance, this stunning camellia is a perfect addition to Melbourne gardens, providing year-round greenery and seasonal floral interest.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium
• Shrub - Large

Mature Size:

• Height: 2.5–4 m
• Width: 2–3 m

Aspect:

• Part Shade
• Full Sun (in cooler conditions)

Flowering:

• Flowers in Late Winter to Early Spring

Flower Colour:

• Deep Pink to Crimson-Red

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Screening
• Suitable for Feature Planting
• Low Maintenance
• Cold Hardy
• Long Flowering Period
• Glossy, Dark Green Foliage

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans
• Non-toxic to pets

Companion Plants:

• Rhododendron spp. (Rhododendrons)
• Azalea spp.
• Daphne odora (Winter Daphne)
• Hosta spp.
• Ophiopogon japonicus (Mondo Grass)