Camellia Winters Snowman

Winters Snowman Camellia

A striking camellia valued for its crisp white semi-double flowers, glossy evergreen foliage, and reliable winter-to-early-spring bloom. Blooms open to bright white petals surrounding golden stamens, creating clean contrast and standout color during the colder months.

Growth is upright to rounded, forming a dense evergreen shrub with strong structure and year-round appeal.

Growing Conditions



Light: Part shade to filtered sun (morning sun preferred; protect from hot afternoon sun)



Soil: Moist, well-drained; prefers acidic soils rich in organic matter



Water: Average; consistent moisture recommended, especially during establishment



Shape: Upright to rounded, dense habit



Cold Hardiness: Moderate; protect from cold winds and harsh winter exposure



Hardiness



USDA Zones: 7a–9b



Mature Size



Width: 6–8 ft



Height: 8–12 ft



Features



Crisp white semi-double flowers



Winter to early spring bloom season



Glossy evergreen foliage



Clean, classic flower form



Attracts: Early-season pollinators (bees)



Landscape Uses



Specimen plantings



Foundation plantings



Woodland and shaded garden settings



Evergreen shrub borders



Why Growers Choose It



Bright white flowers for winter interest



Reliable cool-season blooming



Strong evergreen structure year-round

Plant type

Flowering evergreen shrub

Height

10-12'

Width

6-8'

Hardiness zones

7–9

Sunlight

Partial Shade

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Early Spring, Winter

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Dark Green

Fall color

Dark Green

Attracts

Bees butterflies birds, Butterflies

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Container, Hedge, Mass Planting

Shape

Compact, Rounded, Upright

Bark

Smooth

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No