Alabama State Flower - Camellia

Posted by Angela England Sep 27, 2008

In 1927 the goldenrod was named as Alabama's official state flower but that honor didn't last because in 1999 Camellia japonica was named Alabama's official state flower.

Camellias are popular evergreen shrubs, especially in the southern states, where their large, colorful blooms enhance the fall and winter months. I have a gorgeous Camellia growing beside my front porch where the shade would prevent many other flowering shrubs from growing well. When I see the large, fragrant blooms there is no question why Alabama selected the camellia for it's official state flower.

I've provided a couple resources for you to learn how to grow camellia plants in your own garden, including a review of the camellia encyclopedia.

Camellias are popular landscape shrubs for many reasons; their shade-loving nature, their beautiful blooms, their evergreen foliage and four-season interest. Why not add the Alabama state flower to your garden this year?