Camellia ‘Desire’ is a striking japonica variety admired for its large, formal double blooms in soft blush pink edged with deeper rose margins. Flowering through late winter and spring, it delivers elegant seasonal colour against glossy, dark green foliage. Its upright growth habit makes it ideal for feature planting, structured garden beds, and sheltered courtyard settings.
Light requirement: Part shade (protect from harsh afternoon sun)
Water requirement: Moderate
Watering frequency: Regular during establishment; keep soil evenly moist but well-drained
Soil: Slightly acidic, well-draining soil enriched with organic matter
Skill level: Beginner to moderate
Growth rate: Moderate
Suitable for container gardens: Yes, excellent in large decorative pots
Mature Height: 2.5–4 m
Mature Width: 2–3 m
Seasonality: Evergreen
Drought Tolerant: Moderate once established
Frost Tolerant: Yes (tolerates light frost; protect buds from heavy frost)
Wind Tolerant: Moderate; best in sheltered positions
Leaf colour: Glossy deep green
Leaf Variegation pattern: No
Size of leaf: 7–12 cm long, oval
Flower Colour: Blush pink with deeper pink margins
Flower Shape: Formal double
Flower Fragrance: Light to none
Flower Season: Late winter to spring
Camellia ‘Desire’ is a striking japonica variety admired for its large, formal double blooms in soft blush pink edged with deeper rose margins. Flowering through late winter and spring, it delivers elegant seasonal colour against glossy, dark green foliage. Its upright growth habit makes it ideal for feature planting, structured garden beds, and sheltered courtyard settings.
Light requirement: Part shade (protect from harsh afternoon sun)
Water requirement: Moderate
Watering frequency: Regular during establishment; keep soil evenly moist but well-drained
Soil: Slightly acidic, well-draining soil enriched with organic matter
Skill level: Beginner to moderate
Growth rate: Moderate
Suitable for container gardens: Yes, excellent in large decorative pots
Mature Height: 2.5–4 m
Mature Width: 2–3 m
Seasonality: Evergreen
Drought Tolerant: Moderate once established
Frost Tolerant: Yes (tolerates light frost; protect buds from heavy frost)
Wind Tolerant: Moderate; best in sheltered positions
Leaf colour: Glossy deep green
Leaf Variegation pattern: No
Size of leaf: 7–12 cm long, oval
Flower Colour: Blush pink with deeper pink margins
Flower Shape: Formal double
Flower Fragrance: Light to none
Flower Season: Late winter to spring
