Korean Fire
Key Attributes
| Cultivar Name | Korean Fire |
| Species | Camellia japonica |
| Primary Color | red |
| Secondary Color | yellow |
| Color Pattern | solid petals with contrasting yellow stamens |
| Bloom Form | single |
| Bloom Season | mid-season |
| Growth Habit | upright |
About this Camellia cultivar
Camellia japonica 'Korean Fire' is an evergreen shrub cultivar noted for its simple single red flowers with a prominent yellow center of stamens. Reference material describes it as a small-flowered camellia blooming in spring, with glossy green foliage and a tall, upright habit reaching about 15 ft tall and 8 ft wide. Its bright, fire-like floral contrast and relatively simple bloom form give it a natural, species-like appearance suitable for woodland gardens and containers.
Gallery
Related Articles
Camellia Japonica vs Sasanqua: What's the Difference?
The world of camellias is a vast and beautiful one, filled with thousands of cultivars that bring color and life to gardens, especially when other plants are dormant. For many gardeners, the journey b...
Exploring the Different Types of Camellia Flowers
The camellia is a true aristocrat of the plant world. With its glossy, evergreen leaves and stunning, rose-like blossoms that appear when most of the garden is dormant, it's no wonder this shrub is a ...
The Ultimate Camellia Care Guide for Beginners
Welcome to the world of camellias, the undisputed queens of the winter garden. With their glossy, evergreen leaves and breathtakingly beautiful blooms that appear when most other plants are dormant, c...