🌸 Lindsay Camellia (Camellia japonica) – 3 Gallon

The Lindsay Camellia is a graceful Camellia japonica admired for its large, semi-double blooms in soft rose-pink tones. Each flower glows with delicately layered petals and golden stamens, standing out beautifully against the glossy dark evergreen foliage. Blooming in the late winter garden, Lindsay offers a perfect mix of romance and reliability, making it a timeless choice for both collectors and Southern landscapes.

✨ History & Significance

Introduced as a show-quality japonica, Lindsay quickly won attention for its refined flower form, strong habit, and dependable bloom season. In the language of flowers, pink camellias represent longing, admiration, and affection, making this variety especially meaningful as a landscape centerpiece or gift plant. Lindsay remains a beloved cultivar for camellia enthusiasts and continues to hold its place as a Southern garden staple.

🌺 Bloom & Flower Form

• Type: Camellia japonica

• Bloom Time: Mid- to late season (January–March in the South)

• Flowers: Large, semi-double blooms in soft rose-pink with golden stamens

• Meaning: Symbolizes affection, admiration, and grace

🌿 Growth Habit

• Mature Size: Typically 8–10 ft tall × 6–8 ft wide

• Habit: Upright, symmetrical, evergreen shrub with dense branching

• Foliage: Glossy, deep green leaves provide year-round elegance

🌱 Care Instructions

• Light: Best in partial shade or filtered sun; morning sun with afternoon shade is ideal

• Soil: Acidic, organic-rich, well-drained soil

• Watering: Keep evenly moist; mulch to protect roots and retain soil moisture

• Fertilizer: Use an acid-loving camellia/azalea fertilizer in spring after blooms drop and again midsummer; avoid feeding late in the year

• Pruning: Prune after flowering to shape; avoid heavy pruning that could remove next season’s buds

🌼 Complimentary Plant Pairings

• Azaleas & Rhododendrons → add spring layers of color

• Gardenias → evergreen fragrance companions

• Hydrangeas → bold summer blooms for year-round interest

• Ferns & Hostas → soft textures in shaded beds

• Sasanqua camellias → extend the camellia season with autumn flowers

🌟 Why Lindsay is Important

The Lindsay Camellia is an important japonica cultivar for its combination of showy blooms, evergreen form, and reliable performance. With its romantic pink flowers and strong garden presence, it continues to be a collector’s treasure and a beloved Southern favorite for landscapes, borders, and camellia shows.

🪴 Lindsay Camellia (3 Gallon) – A refined japonica with rose-pink blooms, golden accents, and timeless Southern charm.