Camellia Japonica Snow White 7.5 Litre Pot

Camellia japonica ‘Snow White’ – Classic White-Flowering Camellia

Camellia japonica ‘Snow White’ is a refined evergreen shrub, admired for its pristine white blooms and glossy green foliage. Flowering from late winter into spring, it provides elegant contrast and brightness in shaded or woodland-style gardens. With its compact habit and reliable performance, it is an excellent choice for borders, containers, or as a feature plant in sheltered garden spots.

Seasonal Highlights

• Late Winter–Spring: Large, semi-double white flowers open, providing pure elegance in the early season.

• Summer: Dark green, leathery foliage creates a glossy, evergreen backdrop.

• Autumn: Fat buds develop, promising another display of snowy flowers.

• Winter: Evergreen canopy offers structure and contrast in bare gardens.

Key Features

• Pristine white blooms – Elegant semi-double flowers brighten shaded spaces.

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

• Early-season flowering – Brings colour and freshness when few shrubs bloom.

• Compact habit – Typically reaches 2–3m, suitable for smaller gardens.

• Hardy and reliable – Long-lived and resilient in sheltered UK conditions.

Perfect For

• Borders and beds – Adds height, colour, and evergreen presence.

• Containers – Thrives in large pots with ericaceous compost.

• Woodland gardens – Excellent in dappled shade beneath trees.

• Formal planting – Pairs beautifully with clipped evergreens and structured layouts.

Growing Tips

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

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

• Hardiness: Fully hardy in most UK gardens, sheltered from cold winds.

• Care: Water with rainwater where possible. Mulch annually and prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape.

Looks Great With

• Rhododendrons and Azaleas – Complementary soil needs and spring flowers.

• Pieris – Adds delicate pink or white clusters in spring.

• Spring bulbs – Snowdrops, Crocus, or Daffodils beneath extend the season.

• Evergreen ferns – Provide soft ground-level contrast.

Camellia japonica ‘Snow White’ is a timeless, elegant shrub, offering pure white blooms and glossy evergreen foliage. Perfect for containers, woodland gardens, or borders, it brings freshness, structure, and seasonal beauty to shaded areas of the garden.

Camellia Japonica Snow White 7.5 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Slow Growing White 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.