A miniature, very slow-growing hybrid with tiny leaves and small single pale-pink blooms. Naturally compact and bun-shaped, it is perfect for small pots, rockeries and bonsai.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 50 cm H × 50 cm W
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun and full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Baby Bear Camellia
Camellia 'Baby Bear' is a slow-growing shrub in the Theaceae family. It reaches around 50 cm tall and 50 cm wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. Pink flowers appear in winter and spring.
Where to grow Baby Bear Camellia
Baby Bear Camellia suits warm-temperate and cool-temperate climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun and full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Baby Bear Camellia does best in acidic and free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Baby Bear Camellia does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed as new growth begins, following the rate on a balanced garden fertiliser. For the first year, favour occasional deep watering over frequent shallow drinks so roots move into the surrounding soil.
Pruning & care
Prune Baby Bear Camellia after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. For most gardens, it is low maintenance.
Using Baby Bear Camellia in the garden
Baby Bear Camellia earns its place for pots and courtyard containers and a feature or specimen planting. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Baby Bear Camellia sits most comfortably beside plants adapted to regular, moderate watering and warm-temperate climate. A small cluster gives stronger visual impact than isolated plants scattered through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Baby Bear Camellia
Plant Sale lists Baby Bear Camellia as potted plants and advanced specimens. Use the quote builder above to ask about current stock, sizes and pricing.
