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Camellia Garden

Have you ever seen a camellia wave? You can if you visit our Camellia Garden. Our wave is composed of 46 Yuletide Camellias that bloom in the winter. The blossoms are bright red with deep yellow centers. The wave was brought in by sections with a crane. Since the cedar trees in back were already planted and the roof overhead was already in place, the crane operator could not see where he was placing the sections. Gardeners beneath the roof were directing the crane operator by 2-way radio. He did quite a job, so tip your hat to him and give the Camellia "Wave" a friendly wave back.

     
 
   
  In the spring when the camellias are in full bloom, it's a spectacular sight. Blossoms of white, pink, red and even variegated colors fill the shrubs. They are as varied as the colors: some are singles, some are semi-doubles and others are doubles.

We're especially proud of our grafted camellias: two different varieties of camellias on the same plant that bloom at different times of the year. Sasanqua and Japonica camellias are grafted on one plant. It took a year, but these camellias have given us so many more years of beauty.
   
 
   
  Once the Camellias have blossomed, look for our colorful Hydrangeas. Later in the season, hanging baskets filled with a  medley of Impatiens brighten up the area.

Also in Camellia Garden is our Red & White Stores replica. It plays host to our Musical Market Show. Have a seat and enjoy this animatronics show featuring Mario Garlic and Tomato Jack, supported by cast of other vegetables and fruits. It's an easy and entertaining way to learn about good nutrition.
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