Species at Wairere Nursery

Species

Species Camellias remain true to their origins as their essential qualities are the same today as they were when the plants first evolved. In their natural habitat they form part of the under-canopy of large forests. For centuries the seeds of species Camellias have been harvested to produce cosmetic and culinary oil. The wood has been used for fuel as it makes a high grade charcoal and, of course Camellia sinensis was and still is used to make the drink that I personally can't function without: TEA! In the garden, Species Camellias offer you an incredibly hardy plant with graceful foliage, dainty blooms which are almost always fragrant and a growth structure which is very natural. They make excellent small evergreen trees when left to their own devices; equally they adapt well to any creative trimming you may wish to do.

A personal favourite of mine is Camellia Roseflora which has exquisite little shell pink blossoms that float gently to the ground and land upright ensuring their beauty can be admired as they gently fade away. Camellia Transnokoensis is another firm favourite with its tiny pointed bright pink buds that open to exquisite single flowers that are blush white. The flowers are produced en masse and have a delightful fragrance. If you are keen to have Camellias in your garden (and why wouldn't you be) then it is well worth considering a Species Camellia for its enduring, understated beauty.

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Camellia Lutchuensis

Species. This Camellia has tiny single white blooms that carry a strong fragrance. The foliage is proportionally small in tones of green and bronze. Slightly open growth. Plant to take advantage of the perfume. Happiest in semi-shade with acid soil. Evergreen.

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Shrub Weeping
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2.5m x 2m

Camellia Lutchuensis

Expected Stock Height: 70/110 cm ?

Currently sold out. New season camellias available next autumn.Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock.

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25+ @ 35.00 each
50+ @ 34.00 each

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Camellia Rosaeflora Cascade

Species. A special little Camellia that has pale, pastel pink, single blooms that land upright after they float to the ground creating a floral carpet. The branches cascade gently. Overall a soft delicate effect. Happiest with semi-shade and acid soil. Evergreen.

Flower Colour: Pink / White
Habit: Shrub Weeping
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2.5m x 2m

Camellia Rosaeflora Cascade

Current Stock Height: 80/100 cm ?

Container: 4l ?

$36.99

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Camellia Sinensis

aka Tea

Species. Where would we be without the 'Tea Camellia'? Well we certainly wouldn't be putting the kettle on as often. Apart from giving us tea this is a delightful ornamental shrub. Dainty glossy green leaves and even daintier single, scented white flowers with just a blush of lemon. Evergreen.

Flower Colour: White / Yellow
Habit: Shrub Tall
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2m x 1.5m

Camellia Sinensis

Current Stock Height: 40/60 cm ?

Container: 3.5l ?

$49.99

Camellia Sinensis

New stock expected Middle of October, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $32.99. Payment on order.

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Camellia Transnokoensis

Species. A very pretty Camellia with dainty leaves and a graceful upright habit. The white flowers open from tight pink buds and have a pleasant fragrance. Ideal for screening or hedges, very popular and deservedly so. Happiest in semi-shade with acid soil. Evergreen. Est. 10yr. growth.

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Flower Colour: White / Pink
Habit: Shrub Tall
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 5m x 2m

Camellia Transnokoensis

Expected Stock Height: 70/100 cm ?

Currently sold out. New season camellias available next autumn.Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock.

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50+ @ 34.00 each

Camellia Transnokoensis

Expected Stock Height: 130/180 cm ?

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Camellia Tsaii

Species. Once you have planted this delightful dainty Camellia you will be enchanted. The small, single, fragrant flowers are complemented by graceful arching foliage. The new spring growth is a soft mahogany bronze slowly turning green. One for the collector. Happiest in semi-shade. Evergreen.

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Shrub Weeping
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2.5m x 2m

Camellia Tsaii

Current Stock Height: 100/110 cm ?

Container: 4l ?

$36.99

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