Camellia Collection Gardens Walk

Join in a walking tour of the Royal Botanic Garden’s world-class camellia collection which is one of the oldest and longest held by the Gardens, with some 75 camellias planted by Guilfoyle still in existence and blooming spectacularly today.

Camellia cultivation has a deep and extensive history and featured specimens have been donated by some of the greatest enthusiasts, horticulturalists, hobbyists, botanists, and Directors alike. Over 900 varieties of camellia species and cultivars are included and on show in the dedicated camellia bed and across the Gardens’ 38 hectares.

Amy Downie, curator of the camellia collection and RBGVM horticulturalist, leads a walk through the collection that focuses on conservation of heritage camellia cultivars and preserving the horticultural history of the Gardens.