Camellia Flower Show at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens
Celebrate the Lowcountry’s winter blooms at the 74th Annual Camellia Flower Show, presented by the Coastal Carolina Camellia Society. This long-standing tradition showcases hundreds of camellia blossoms grown by enthusiasts from across the region, each bloom competing for top honors in a variety of categories.
In addition to the flower show, visitors can browse a camellia plant sale, featuring a variety of camellias ready to take home.
Event Schedule
Flower Set-Up: 7:30–9:30 AM
Judging Begins: 10:30 AM
Public Viewing: 1:00–4:00 PM
Guests are invited to explore the vibrant display of camellias and speak with experts from the Coastal Carolina Camellia Society, who will be available to answer questions about growing and caring for these timeless flowers.
74th Camellia Flower Show
Where: Magnolia’s Carriage House on the Ashley River
When: Saturday, January 24, from 1-4 PM
Cost: Included with your admission purchase
Interested in Entering Your Own Camellias?
Anyone is welcome to participate! Whether you’re an experienced grower or simply have a beautiful camellia blooming in your yard, you’re invited to bring your own flowers to be judged in the show.
If you are interested in bringing and entering flowers to be judged at the show you may obtain a show schedule with rules for bloom entry by contacting the club at: coastalcarolinacamelliasoc@gmail.com.
Assuming favorable weather, visitors can expect to see over 600–800 camellia blooms in competition, with prizes awarded across multiple categories.
About Coastal Carolina Carolina Camellia Society
The Coastal Carolina Camellia Society is a local society in the Charleston, South Carolina area affiliated with the American Camellia Society. It serves to foster the appreciation and knowledge of camellias by providing a platform for enthusiasts to share information, learn, and participate in activities related to camellia culture. The society holds monthly meetings for its members, featuring guest speakers or programs on topics like camellia care and propagation, and organizes events such as the annual judged camellia show and plant sales and auctions.