After the harsh winters in the late 1970s and early 1980s that killed hundreds of the National Arboretum’s camellia holdings, National Arboretum plant breeder, Dr. William Ackerman, set out to breed new cold-hardy camellias from those specimens that survived. As a result, the Arboretum introduced many attractive and hardy camellias from Dr. Ackerman’s diligent breeding. Camellia 'Winter's Beauty' was introduced into the nursery trade in 1995 by Dr. Ackerman after he retired.

'Winter's Beauty' camellia has been reported to withstand temperatures down to -10°F and, hardy in
USDA Hardiness Zone 6 to 9. The regular bloom period can start in October, and if temperatures remain mild, it may continue blooming into January in the Washington, D.C. area. 'Winter's Beauty' is evergreen and thrives in understory shade. You can view this plant in the Asian Collections.