Camellia japonica ‘Ecclefield’ is a semi-double bloom with chalky white flowers, set against dark green glossy foliage. It flowers from mid-winter to early spring. Plant in a sunny or partly shaded location, in well draining soil. Trim lightly in spring to keep a robust upright form.Camellia japonica is evergreen and native to mainland China, Taiwan, southern Korea, and southwestern Japan.Camellia japonica ‘Ecclefield’ was released in California in 1969.