Kramer's Supreme Camellia

Kramer's Supreme Camellia

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Plant Kramer's Supreme Camellia for One of the Only Fragrant Camellia Varieties On the Market!

This old time favorite, Kramer's Supreme Camellia, brightens with stunning bright red blooms and a slight fragrance.

Renowned for its exquisite blooms and fragrant allure, this exceptional camellia variety is set to captivate all who can see its wonder. The magnificent blooms create a visual spectacle starting in late winter to early spring. With delicate petals in a firetruck red color, the intricate patterns and textures exude timeless beauty. 

Its evergreen foliage brings beauty to woodland gardens and reaches heights of 6-8 feet. The glossy foliage serves as a striking backdrop for the stunning flowers. 

Beyond its aesthetic appeal, Kramer's Supreme Camellia boasts a robust and resilient nature that makes it a joy to cultivate. With proper care and attention, this camellia variety thrives in a variety of climates, rewarding gardeners with its year-round display of evergreen leaves and early blooming flowers. Whether grown in containers, as a focal point in a landscape design, in woodland gardens, or as part of a formal garden setting, Kramer's Supreme Camellia excels in versatility and adaptability.

HOW TO GROW CAMELLIA JAPONICA KRAMER'S SUPREME

One of the distinguishing features of Kramer's Supreme Camellia is its exceptional performance in a wide range of growing conditions. From bright, filtered sunlight to partial shade, this camellia variety flourishes in diverse environments, adapting effortlessly to varying light levels and soil types.

With its hardy disposition and disease-resistant characteristics, Kramer's Supreme Camellia is a low-maintenance plant that thrives with minimal intervention, making it an ideal choice for both seasoned gardeners and beginners alike.

Thriving in USDA zones 8-10, it is best suited for Southern climates and cannot tolerate temperatures below 10 degrees. With a mature height of 6-8 feet tall and wide, it's perfect for many areas in the garden. 

Embrace the beauty and elegance of Kramer's Supreme Camellia and elevate your outdoor space with a touch of sophistication and charm. Whether used as a focal point in a landscape design, a statement piece in a container garden, or a graceful backdrop for other plants, this exceptional camellia variety adds a touch of refinement and grace to any setting.

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Kramer’s Supreme Camellia is a rare fragrant Camellia japonica variety, admired for its striking fire-red blooms that appear from late winter into early spring. Its glossy evergreen foliage provides year-round beauty, making it a standout in woodland gardens, containers, or formal landscapes. Hardy and low maintenance, it thrives in partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil. Reaching 6–8 feet tall and wide, this elegant shrub adds timeless color and sophistication to any outdoor space.

  • Produces bold, fire-red semi-double blooms with a rare, light fragrance.
  • Blooms in late winter to early spring, adding early-season color to the landscape.
  • Evergreen foliage offers year-round beauty and contrast against vivid flowers.
  • Grows 6–8 feet tall and wide, ideal for woodland gardens, borders, and containers.
  • Thrives in filtered sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, acidic soil.
  • Hardy in USDA zones 8–10 with strong disease resistance and low-maintenance needs.

At Perfect Plants Nursery, we stand behind every tree, shrub, and flower we grow. Every order is protected by our complimentary 30-day plant guarantee, ensuring your plants arrive healthy and ready to thrive. Unlike many online nurseries, Perfect Plants ships directly from our family-run farm, so you’re backed by growers who care about your success long after your plants leave our nursery beds. Grow with confidence knowing your investment is protected from the start.

How much sun does a Kramer's Supreme Camellia need?

Kramer’s Supreme Camellia grows best in partial shade, especially with morning sun and afternoon shade. Morning light encourages abundant blooms, while protection from harsh afternoon sun helps prevent leaf scorch and stress. This balance makes it an excellent choice for foundation plantings, woodland gardens, or areas with filtered light.

How do you care for camellia Kramer's Supreme?

Caring for Kramer’s Supreme Camellia is relatively easy once it’s established. Plant it in slightly acidic, well-draining soil, and water regularly during dry periods, especially in its first year. Apply mulch around the base to help retain moisture and keep roots cool. Fertilize in early spring with our Liquid Camellia Fertilizer to support healthy growth and flowering. Light pruning can be done after blooming to maintain shape, but avoid heavy pruning. Perfect Plants offers healthy, well-rooted camellias that establish quickly and thrive with proper care.

Is Kramer's supreme Camellia fragrant?

Kramer’s Supreme Camellia is prized for its large, vibrant red blooms with slight fragrance. While it has a very mild scent, it is primarily grown for its stunning winter-to-early-spring color, glossy evergreen foliage, and classic camellia form. Not many camellia varieties have a scent, so gardeners will buy this variety for the slightly sweet scent.

How fast does Kramer's Supreme camellia grow?

Kramer’s Supreme Camellia has a moderate growth rate, typically growing about 6-12 inches per year. At maturity, it reaches approximately 6-8 feet tall and about 6 feet wide, forming a dense, upright, evergreen shrub. Its manageable size makes it ideal for hedges, screens, or standout specimen plantings.

How to keep camellias blooming?

To keep camellias like Kramer’s Supreme blooming year after year, plant them in the right location with partial shade and well-draining soil. Water deeply during dry spells, especially in late summer when flower buds are forming. Fertilize after flowering with an acid-loving fertilizer, and avoid pruning in late summer or fall, as this can remove developing buds. Adding mulch helps regulate soil temperature and moisture, leading to healthier plants and more consistent blooms. With proper care and a strong start from a quality plant like those from Perfect Plants, you’ll enjoy dependable, show-stopping flowers season after season.

Botanical Name
Camellia japonica 'Kramer's Supreme'
Full Sun / Partial Shade

Sunlight
Full Sun / Partial Shade

Flower Color
Red

Foliage Color
Green

Mature Width
6-8 ft

Mature Height
6-8 ft

Growing Zones8, 9, 10

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