Species

Camellia japonicaJapanese Camellia

23 other cultivars

shrub

Victory White Japanese Camellia

Camellia japonica 'Victory White'

$109.95

The Story

Plant Bio

Camellia japonica, the Japanese Camellia, is a classic broadleaf evergreen shrub of the winter and spring garden, revered for its large, perfect flowers and lustrous, dark green foliage.

'Victory White' is celebrated for its exceptionally large, pure white, semi-double flowers, which feature a beautiful central boss of bright golden stamens. It has a vigorous, upright growth habit.

Uses & Benefits:

Provides breathtakingly beautiful, large white flowers that brighten the late winter and early spring garden. Its handsome, glossy evergreen foliage creates a lush backdrop year-round.

Excellent as a specimen plant, in a woodland garden, or planted as a spectacular informal screen or hedge. The flowers are long-lasting when cut for indoor arrangements.

The early-season flowers are a vital source of nectar for bees and other pollinators that are active on warm winter and early spring days.

SpeciesCamellia japonicaJapanese Camellia

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Shrub

Height

120 inches

Width

96 inches

Light

Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

7, 8, 9

Water

Medium

Humidity

Prefers high humidity

Lifespan

Very long-lived

Native To

Japan, Korea, China

Toxicity

Non-toxic

Bloom period

Late winter – Mid-spring

In flower about 3 months of the year

Marketplace

Where to Buy

Garden Goods Direct

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Planting

How to Grow

Choose a site with partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil.
Dig a hole twice as wide as the container and just as deep.
Incorporate organic matter like compost into the backfill soil.
Gently tease the roots and place the plant with its crown slightly high.
Fill the hole with the amended soil and water deeply.
Apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch, keeping it away from the trunk.

Pro Tip

A north or east-facing exposure is ideal, providing protection from hot afternoon and winter sun.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Provide consistent water, especially during bud set in late summer.
Plant in a location sheltered from strong winds.
Use an acidic fertilizer formulated for camellias and azaleas.
Remove spent blooms to prevent petal blight from spreading.

Don't

Do not plant in full, direct sun, which can scorch leaves.
Avoid planting in heavy, wet soil, which leads to root rot.
Don't allow the plant to dry out, particularly in summer and fall.
Avoid deep cultivation near the plant's base, as roots are shallow.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Fertilize
Mulch
Plant
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Classic woodland garden specimenElegant evergreen screen or hedgeStunning cut flower source

Companion Plants

Helleborus Rhododendron Pieris japonica Edgeworthia chrysantha Daphne odora

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Victory White Japanese Camellia questions

What zones can Victory White Japanese Camellia grow in?

Victory White Japanese Camellia is hardy in USDA Zones 7–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Victory White Japanese Camellia deer resistant?

Yes — Victory White Japanese Camellia is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does Victory White Japanese Camellia bloom?

Victory White Japanese Camellia typically blooms in late winter through mid-spring. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Victory White Japanese Camellia need full sun?

Victory White Japanese Camellia does best in part shade.