A camellia in your garden should survive a little frost, but only a few species can be described as really hardy. Most of these are newer breeds that have been specially developed for the Central European climate.
Camellias in pots must be overwintered frost-free
However, it looks a little different if you cultivate a camellia in a pot. Here the root ball is particularly endangered and can quickly freeze to death. Therefore wrap the entire planter with an old blanket, bubble wrap or jute bags. A thick wooden or styrofoam board also offers protection from below.
The essentials in brief:
- Be sure to protect the root ball from frost, including from below
- if possible: frost-free bright winter quarters
- Never let the root ball dry out completely
tips
Be sure to protect your camellia from frost damage, otherwise it is unlikely to bloom.