Margaret Davis Camellia japonica Seeds - Camellia Japonica, 5 seeds

Quantity: 5 Seeds / pack

Margaret Davis camellia (Camellia japonica) is prized for its large white blooms edged in pink — a classic, elegant combination. Like all camellias it is a handsome evergreen shrub with glossy foliage for shade gardens. Seedlings take time to mature and may vary slightly from the parent.

Why choose our seeds?

• Large white blooms edged in pink
• Glossy evergreen foliage all year
• Elegant shrub for shade borders and large pots

How to grow Margaret Davis Camellia japonica seeds

Choose Your Planting Method

• Indoors: Start seeds indoors at any time of year; the long germination process is easiest indoors.
• Outdoors: In mild climates, sow outdoors in autumn in a sheltered spot for natural winter chilling.

Prepare Your Materials

• Seed-starting trays or pots (if indoors)
• Well-draining potting mix
• Deep pots — camellia seedlings form a long taproot
• Spray bottle for misting

Sowing the Seeds

• Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours, then cold-stratify in moist sand or peat in the refrigerator for 60 days.
• Sow 3/4 inch (2 cm) deep in a loose, moisture-retentive mix.

Provide the Right Conditions

• Light: Bright, indirect light; keep young seedlings out of direct sun.
• Temperature: Room temperature, 65-75°F (18-24°C); cool conditions if sown outdoors in autumn.

Germination

• Germination is slow and variable — from a few weeks to several months.
• Be patient and keep the mix evenly moist; do not disturb the seeds while waiting.

Transplanting

• Move seedlings to larger pots when a few inches tall and sturdy.
• Harden off before moving outdoors in spring.
• Plant in a sheltered, partly shaded spot with acidic, well-drained soil rich in compost.

Care Tips

• Sun: Partial shade; morning sun with afternoon shade is ideal.
• Water: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
• Fertilizer: Feed in spring with a fertilizer formulated for acid-loving plants.
• Mulch around the base to keep roots cool; avoid disturbing the roots.

Bloom Time:

Winter to early spring on mature plants; seedlings grown from seed take several years to reach flowering size.