Camellia Japonica Blood Of China 5 Litre Pot

Camellia japonica ‘Blood of China’ – Rich Red Spring-Flowering Camellia

Camellia japonica ‘Blood of China’ is a bold and elegant evergreen shrub, admired for its dramatic deep red blooms and glossy, dark green foliage. Flowering in early to mid-spring, it provides vibrant colour at a time when few shrubs are in bloom. With its dense, rounded habit and long lifespan, it makes an excellent feature for borders, woodland gardens, or large containers.

Seasonal Highlights

• Spring: Large, semi-double flowers in rich blood-red open in abundance, contrasting beautifully with glossy evergreen leaves.

• Summer: Dense, dark green foliage provides structure and shade.

• Autumn: Buds swell, promising another display the following year.

• Winter: Evergreen canopy maintains interest and form in the bare garden.

Key Features

• Deep blood-red blooms – Richly coloured flowers stand out in spring.

• Evergreen foliage – Glossy, dark green leaves add year-round structure.

• Early flowering – Brightens gardens when little else is in bloom.

• Hardy and reliable – Performs well in sheltered UK gardens.

• Long-lived – A dependable shrub that matures gracefully over decades.

Perfect For

• Borders and beds – Adds height, structure, and spring colour.

• Containers – Thrives in large pots with ericaceous compost.

• Woodland gardens – Ideal for dappled shade under trees.

• Formal planting – Works well with clipped evergreens in structured gardens.

Growing Tips

• Sun/Position: Best in partial shade; protect from morning sun to avoid bud scorch.

• Soil: Requires acidic, moist, well-drained soil or ericaceous compost in containers.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK in sheltered locations.

• Care: Water with rainwater if possible. Mulch annually to conserve moisture. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape.

Looks Great With

• Rhododendrons and Azaleas – Share similar soil needs and flowering times.

• Pieris – Adds contrasting white or pink flowers in spring.

• Evergreen ferns – Provide textural contrast beneath.

• Spring bulbs – Snowdrops or Crocus extend the seasonal display.

Camellia japonica ‘Blood of China’ is a refined, hardy shrub that delivers rich red blooms in spring and evergreen elegance year-round. Perfect for borders, woodland settings, or containers, it offers timeless charm and reliable colour in shaded gardens.

Camellia Japonica Blood Of China 5 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Slow Growing Red Evergreen

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.