Camellias- ‘Winter Roses’ in my garden….
![Assortment of Camellia's from my garden.](https://www.thegracefulgardener.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/2013-02-15_8141-copy-1024x621.jpg)
I’ve always been amazed with the delicate beauty of camellias. Their flowers, in my opinion, often resemble those of a rose. Of course, everyone knows I love roses, so during the winter months my camellias become my ‘winter roses’.
My camellia collection consists of a dozen- 9 Camellia japonicas and 3 Camellia sasanquas. Of course, by choosing both species I can have the best of both worlds with blooms in the fall, winter and spring.
Presently, I am enjoying the glorious splendor of the Camellia japonica’s in my garden…
![Nuccio's bella rosa](https://www.thegracefulgardener.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/2013-02-15_8131-1024x909.jpg)
Nuccio’s bella rosa is one of my favorites. I planted two medium sized bushes a few years ago and it never disappoints. Beautiful formal, 4 inch red blooms almost all winter. Gorgeous!
![Nuccio's bella rosa](https://www.thegracefulgardener.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/2013-02-15_8132-copy-727x1024.jpg)
![Camellia japonica 'Nuccio's Gem'](https://www.thegracefulgardener.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/2013-02-15_8120-1024x682.jpg)
‘Nuccio’s Gem’
Another favorite that I’ve grown for years is ‘Nuccio’s Gem‘. I must say what a gem it is with its sparkling white formal winter blooms. Mine is 6 feet tall and situated in a protected area in my garden.
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This X williamsii hybrid grows well in my Zone 7b hot and humid climate. ‘Delores Edwards‘ has beautiful large semi double orchid pink flowers. Lovely.
Please click this link for a previous post on my fall blooming Camellia sasanquas .