Beyond the Camellia Belt

Beyond the Camellia Belt
Breeding, Propagating, and Growing Cold-Hardy Camellias

Camellias are traditionally thought of as a southern plant. However, thanks to Dr. William Ackerman and others, many cultivars thrive in areas north of the "Camellia Belt," even as far north as Toronto! Dr. Ackerman here describes the history of breeding camellias toward greater cold hardiness and how to cultivate these beautiful specimens yourself. He discusses propagation; culture; pest, disease, and wildlife control; plant nomenclature; and hybridization. He also describes and provides beautiful color photographs of over 100 camellia cultivars that show hardiness beyond the Camellia Belt. Camellia enthusiasts will enjoy Dr. Ackerman’s insights, and gardeners and growers above the Mason-Dixon will find this a great introduction to a genus they didn’t know they could grow!