Augusta Camellia Show Returns February 7 with Free Entry and Plant Sale

The Augusta Camellia Show happens Saturday, Feb. 7, at Reid Memorial Presbyterian Church on 2261 Walton Way Ext. The American Camellia Society has given its stamp of approval for this free event.

Growers bring their best blooms for judges to examine. Categories include type, size, old-time varieties, and specimens grown with or without protection. The genus Camellia spp. boasts over 20,000 registered varieties that flower from early winter until spring arrives.

According to WJBF, a plant sale runs from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Vendors display art pieces all day.

The afternoon brings a talk and hands-on demo about growing new plants and sorting them into proper groups.

Got blooms at home you can't identify? Bring them and experts will tell you what you've got.