




Camellia japonica ‘Black Lace’ – Velvet Black Camellia
🌺 Deep red flowers almost black • 🌿 Shiny evergreen foliage • 🏙️ Ideal for urban balconies & terraces • ☁️ Bright partial shade • ❄️ Hardy down to −12 °C
The Camellia japonica ‘Black Lace’ is an exceptional shrub, famous for its deep red flowers with almost black reflections. Its velvety petals contrast beautifully with its shiny dark green foliage, creating a theatrical and refined presence in any green space.
Its spectacular flowering occurs from February to April, a time when few other plants bloom, making this camellia a true gem for terraces and urban gardens. Evergreen and elegant, it retains all its beauty even when not in bloom.
Exposure & location
The Camellia ‘Black Lace’ appreciates filtered light and calm environments. It adapts perfectly to balconies, patios, and sheltered terraces.
- Exposure: partial shade to bright shade (avoid harsh full sun).
- Ideal for: east or north-facing balconies, sheltered terraces, bright undergrowth.
- Protection: sheltered from cold winds and late frosts.
- Soil: slightly acidic, fresh and well-drained (heath soil or potting soil with pine bark).
A gentle exposure and acidic soil are essential for abundant flowering and shiny leaves.
Watering & care
- Watering: regular, especially during flowering. Preferably use non-calcareous water.
- Mulching: with pine bark to keep the soil moist and acidic.
- Fertilizer: special heath plant fertilizer in spring.
- Pruning: light after flowering to remove faded flowers.
- Winter protection: winter cover recommended in cold climates.
Avoid moving your camellia during flower bud formation: this can cause them to drop.
Decor ideas & plant combinations
- Zen atmosphere: pair it with a Japanese maple (Acer palmatum) for an elegant and calming duo.
- Shade bed: combine it with ferns and hostas for a lush setting.
- Complementary blooms: match it with azaleas and rhododendrons.
- Romantic decor: pair it with hydrangeas to extend the flowering season.
Its evergreen foliage and dark flowers create a luxurious contrast in light and minimalist settings.
Verdeia Tips
- Plant your camellia in a deep pot to encourage healthy rooting.
- Water regularly with soft water, especially during flowering.
- Protect it from cold wind and scorching sun to preserve its flower buds.
- Apply a pine bark mulch to maintain soil moisture and acidity.
The ‘Black Lace’ brightens winter with its dark, velvety flowers, bringing elegance and mystery to your urban space.
Technical characteristics
- Botanical name: Camellia japonica ‘Black Lace’
- Common name: Velvet Black Camellia
- Type: Evergreen ornamental shrub
- Pot diameter: Ø19 cm
- Approximate height: about 65 cm
- Maximum adult size: 1.5 to 2 m
- Flowering: February to April
- Foliage: shiny dark green, evergreen
- Flower color: deep red, almost black, velvety petals
- Exposure: partial shade to bright shade
- Hardiness: down to −12 °C
- Watering: regular, acidic and fresh soil
- Care: easy — light pruning, mulching, heath plant fertilizer
- Toxicity: non-toxic
- Decorative style: Japanese garden / Zen balcony / Elegant terrace
Each camellia is unique: the shade of its flowers varies according to light, temperature, and season. Its velvety glow reveals all its beauty in partial shade.
Our Verdeia commitments
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Camille, Toulouse“I am amazed by the quality of the plant received! Careful packaging, impeccable foliage, and fast delivery. Thank you Verdeia”
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are carefully selected from our European partner producers.
Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected by breathable and secure packaging.
Each package is designed to ensure that your plant arrives in perfect health and without stress related to transport.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos shown are true to the variety and the announced size (pot diameter and approximate height).
Each plant being unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or shade may exist — that is what makes them so charming!
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery throughout Europe.
Plants are shipped from Monday to Wednesday to prevent them from being stuck over the weekend.
You receive a tracking link as soon as the package is dispatched.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package upon receipt, carefully remove the plant from its packaging and let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering it.
If it has slightly suffered from transport, it will quickly regain its shape after one or two days in the light.
Can I put this plant outside?
It depends on the species. Most indoor plants prefer a bright place without direct sunlight, while outdoor plants like more direct light.
Refer to the exposure advice in the product description to know if it is suitable for a balcony, a terrace, or indoors.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
If your plant appears to have suffered during transport, contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the problem.
Our team will take the time to assess the situation and find the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Your satisfaction and the health of your plant remain our priority 🌿.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, we do not accept standard returns.
However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge.
For any other case (order error, cache-pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.

