Silver Waves camellia
Camellia japonica 'Silver Waves'
USDA zones7 to 9
SunNeeds partial sun (4 to 6 hours)
WaterHandles moderate to wet soil
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Habit
- Columnar
- Bloom season
- Spring, winter
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Silver Waves' camellia (Camellia japonica 'Silver Waves') is a shrub for borders, woodland gardens, and pollinator gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 7, or down to 0°F (-18°C). This plant likes part sun and average to wet soil. Deer rarely make it their first choice. The evergreen shrub has a columnar shape, grows slowly, and tolerates salt. Bees and birds visit its winter and spring blooms.
Pairs well with Mondo grass, Toad lily, and Cherry laurel.