Description
The Colonel Firey Camellia (Camellia japonica) is a classic cultivar celebrated for its exceptionally large, formal double blooms. Developing a compact, upright, and rounded growth habit, this evergreen shrub features lustrous, dark green foliage that provides a glossy backdrop for its vibrant, fiery red flowers throughout the winter and early spring months. First introduced in 1878, it has remained a landscape favorite for over a century due to its vigorous nature and dramatic floral display. It is highly versatile, performing well as a striking focal point, an elegant foundation plant, or a sophisticated addition to woodland and Asian-themed gardens.
Botanical Name
Camellia japonica ‘Colonel Firey’
Also Known As
Colonel Fiery | C.M. Hovey | Japanese Camellia | Firey King | Solaris | Red Camellia | 費里上校山茶 | 火紅上校山茶 | 霍維山茶
Specifications
Plant Type
Native From
USDA Zone
Light Needs
Watering Needs
Leaves
Life Cycle
Avg. Mature Size
Growth Rate
Bloom Time
Flower Color
Shrub
East Asia
7 – 10
Partial Shade
Regularly
Evergreen
Perennial
6′-10′ Tall and 4′-8′ Wide
Slow – Moderate
Late Winter – Mid Spring
Deep Vibrant Red
