Camellia 'High Fragrance'
High Fragrance Camellia
The Camellia 'High Fragrance' is an elegant evergreen shrub admired for its large, semi-double to peony-shaped blooms in soft pink with a delicate, creamy centre. True to its name, this Camellia is one of the few cultivars with a noticeable, sweet fragrance, making it a standout in any garden. Blooming in late winter to early spring, it provides seasonal charm while its glossy, dark green foliage offers year-round structure and beauty. Growing 2 to 4 metres tall, it is perfect for hedges, borders, or as a feature plant.
Low-maintenance and versatile, High Fragrance Camellia thrives in filtered light and well-drained soils, adding elegance and a lovely scent to gardens and landscapes.
Specifications
- Height2 to 4 metres
- Width2 to 3 metres
- Native toHybrid origin (Camellia species native to East Asia)
- FoliageGlossy, dark green leaves; evergreen
- Growth rateModerate
Conditions
- SoilPrefers well-drained, slightly acidic soils enriched with organic matter
- LightPartial shade to filtered sunlight; tolerates morning sun and afternoon shade
- WaterModerate; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
- ClimateThrives in temperate and subtropical regions
Additional Features
- FlowersLarge, fragrant, semi-double pink blooms; late winter to early spring
- FormBushy, upright growth with dense foliage
- UsesIdeal for hedges, borders, feature planting, or large containers
- SpacingPlant 1.5 to 3 metres apart for dense coverage or as standalone specimens
- Low MaintenanceRequires minimal pruning; shape lightly after flowering if needed
- Pest ResistanceGenerally pest-free; monitor for scale and aphids
- Seasonal AppealBlooms provide seasonal interest; evergreen foliage offers year-round beauty
- Wildlife AttractionFlowers attract bees and other pollinators
- VersatilityComplements cottage, formal, and Japanese-style gardens
The High Fragrance Camellia is a refined and timeless shrub, perfect for adding fragrance, colour, and structure to gardens while requiring minimal care.