Roger Hall Camellia Seeds - Camellia Japonica, 5 seeds

Quantity: 5 Seeds / pack

Roger Hall Camellia (Camellia japonica) is a camellia grown from seed for gardeners who enjoy raising this elegant evergreen shrub from the very beginning. Camellias are prized for their glossy foliage and large, showy flowers that open in late winter to early spring.

Why choose our seeds?

• The classic glossy evergreen foliage of Camellia japonica
• Large, showy blooms in the quiet late-winter garden
• A rewarding long-term project for patient gardeners

How to grow Roger Hall Camellia seeds

Choose Your Planting Method

• Indoors: Sow fresh seeds in pots as soon as possible; do not let them dry out.
• Outdoors: Sow in a shaded, protected seed bed in fall in mild climates.

Prepare Your Materials

• Deep pots (at least 6 inches)
• Acidic, well-draining potting mix or pine bark mix
• Clear plastic bag or wrap (to hold in moisture)
• Spray bottle for misting

Sowing the Seeds

• Soak seeds in water for about 12 hours before planting; plant fresh seeds immediately.
• Sow about 1 inch deep in moist mix and cover the pot loosely with plastic.

Provide the Right Conditions

• Light: Bright, indirect light; keep pots out of direct sun.
• Temperature: A warm spot, about 65-75°F (18-24°C).
• Humidity: Keep the mix damp but not wet; mist as needed.

Germination

• Germination is slow, typically about a month but sometimes up to 6 months; be patient.
• Once sprouted, remove the plastic and keep seedlings moist.

Transplanting

• Grow seedlings on in pots through their first couple of years.
• Plant out in partial shade with acidic, well-drained soil, spacing 4-6 feet apart.

Care Tips

• Sun: Partial shade to filtered sun; protect from harsh afternoon sun.
• Water: Water regularly; mulch to retain moisture and keep roots cool.
• Fertilizer: Feed with an acid-loving-plant fertilizer after blooming.
• Note: Seed-grown camellias rarely match the parent exactly and can take many years to bloom.

Bloom Time:

Late winter to early spring, once plants reach flowering maturity.