Are there any camellia varieties that can tolerate full sun? -Betty
By nature, camellias are woodland shrubs that thrive in spots with dappled sun and shade that provide protection from harsh winds. In home gardens, it’s recommended to plant camellias in locations with partial sunlight or up to half a day of sun.
Is there such thing as too much sun for camellias?
Too much sun exposure on camellias can cause yellowed, scorched leaves and overall poor health. During the winter, too much sun can cause the plants to warm up too quickly and be damaged by late cold snaps.
However, depending on your yard’s microclimate and the variety you choose, you may have some luck growing camellias in full sun. I’ve seen camellias thriving both in wooded backyards and in sunny front borders.
Tips for a sunny yard
If you want to try growing camellias in a sunny yard, here are a few recommendations to help you get started:
- Grow Sasanquas: Fall blooming Camellia sasanquas are more sun tolerant than larger leaved, spring blooming Camellia japonicas.
- Think Red: Camellias with red blooms tend to tolerate sun better than white or pink varieties.
Further Information
- How To Grow Camellias (article)
- How to Grow Camellias from Seed (article)
- Camellia Culture (North Carolina State University)
My home faces the west and I was thinking about planting a camellia bush on both sides of the garage. Is there any that would qualify for more sun than shade?
I live in Calif., zip 90740
I would like to plant a row of camellias along the fence lines, at the moment I have rows of Woolly Bushes. Which type of camellias would grow in very hot weather, between 35 and 40 degrees in summer. I live in the southern hemisphere in Perth Western Australia. My house faces north and the areas I would like to plant camellias are east and west.
Looking forward to hearing from you. Thank you.
Hi, I’m wanting to plant a row of camellias along the fence line which would get the afternoon sun on them, heat varies between 30 – 40 in the summer. I live in Shepparton Victoria. A house not far from us has a row of them but they’re not up against a fence and they flower beautifully. Do you think it possible if we go a red sasanqua it might be ok?
Thank you Jenny
Purshade is a liquid sunscreen for plants. I cannot find it in the retail marketplace. It is a Novasource product used for commercial growers but would be perfect for homeowner’s sensitive plants. Ideas about sources? Rumer is that Helena chemical will sell gallon quantities but I haven’t found Helena outlets interested in selling 16 oz spay bottles.
Is it possible to grow a Camillia under a redwood tree.
I don’t have much shade in my garden only have at front of house two beautiful Mary Bracies camellias which are doing well at front of house near ceiling.
I purchased two Yuletide Camellias recently would they survive being in full sun and not get leaves scorched? Thanks!
Please recommend camellias for area 7 that will do well in full sun. We need it to grow 10′ to 15′ tall. We are wanting them as a barrier in front of our home next to a paved road. Your response will be greatly appreciated.