Many associate spring as the time for beautiful blooms but camellias thrive in winter. So as the season nears its end, local growers will again celebrate this beautiful flower as part of the annual ...

Camellia, an evergreen shrub which blooms in the dead of winter, is a native of tropical and subtropical Asia. From Asia, the plants and seeds were carried by explorers to old world Europe and then to ...

It may come as a surprise, but yes, you can grow and make your own tea right here in San Diego County’s backyards and balconies. Traditional tea is harvested from the evergreen shrub Camellia sinensis ...

While some species of holly are slower growers, if you choose the right variety, you can expect fast growth. McConnell recommends Emerald Colonnade holly, which can grow up to 12 feet tall and offers ...

One of my neighbors asked me what type of crepe myrtle was blooming at this time of year in my yard? It’s loaded with small, pink blooms. Ironically, the small tree isn’t a crape myrtle at all but a ...

Mar. 18—On March 17, the American Camellia Society recognized Smith-Gilbert Gardens in Kennesaw as a Camellia Trail Garden. This national recognition reflects a partnership the ACS has with public ...

Q: I have an idea for camellia hedges around my back garden, because they’re evergreen and bloom early. Can you suggest what kinds of camellias might work best as hedges? A: If your back garden is ...

HUNTSVILLE, Alabama-- We moved up to this area from the Gulf Coast after Hurricane Katrina. Recently I saw several plants that look like camellias blooming but it seems earlier than what I remember ...