Camellia White Waratah

Common Name:
Camellia 'White Waratah'

Description:
Camellia japonica 'White Waratah' is a distinguished evergreen shrub known for its large, creamy-white, semi-double to anemone-form blooms that appear from late winter through early spring. The ruffled petals and central cluster of petaloids create a striking display against the plant's glossy, deep green foliage. This cultivar is well-suited to Melbourne's temperate climate, thriving in part shade to shaded positions with protection from harsh afternoon sun. It prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soils enriched with organic matter. 'White Waratah' is ideal for use as a feature plant, hedge, screen, or in large containers, adding elegance and seasonal interest to gardens. Its flowers are also excellent for cutting, bringing their beauty indoors.

Form:

• Shrub - Large

Mature Size:

• Height: 3–8 metres

• Width: 1.5–2.5 metres

Aspect:

• Part Shade

• Full Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Winter

• Flowers in Early Spring

Flower Colour:

• Creamy White

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots

• Suitable for Hedging

• Suitable for Espalier

• Suitable for Topiary

• Bee Attracting

• Bird Attracting

• Butterfly Attracting

• Evergreen

• Perennial

• Frost Tolerant

• Low Maintenance

• Suitable for Cut Flowers

Toxicity:
Not known to be toxic to humans or pets.

Companion Plants:

• Azalea (Rhododendron spp.)

• Ferns (Various genera)

• Hellebores (Helleborus spp.)

• Pieris (Pieris japonica)

• Daphne (Daphne spp.)