Grace and GLAMOUR

Bring a touch of regal splendour to the garden with camellias

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Royally good

Known as the queen of winter flowers, camellias bridge the gap between winter and spring. Their dark, lustrous leaves provide a rich backdrop for a froth of blooms that typically appear from February. Surprisingly versatile, camellias shine as border specimens, as a hedge or screen or in roomy containers. If space is limited, you can train their flexible stems flat against a wall or trellis.

Winter charm

For a classic late winter/early spring show, look to the Japanese camellia (Camellia japonica, typically H5-6m) and the smaller