Camelia Sasanqua.
The Camellia Sasanqua is a densely branched evergreen tree or shrub with an elegant upright form and the most exquisite tropical looking flowers.
Showy fragrant flowers, mostly single are formed from ruffled petals, a vibrant rose pink in colour with a centre of bright golden stamens. Between 7-10cm in diameter, they are produced in abundance from early Autumn to mid Winter bringing some well needed colour to the garden when all else has finished floweing.
Glossy dark green oval shaped leaves contrast beautifully against these eye catching flowers. These trees are great for any garden as a statement plant whilst also perfect for containers bringing a beautiful tropical look. Hardy throughout most of the UK in an average winter.
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CAMELLIA SASANQUA.
Latin Name: Camellia Sasanqua.
Common Name: Christmas Camellia.
Origin: Southern Japan.
Hardiness: -5 to -10 degrees. New buds may need protecting from early frosts.
Growth Characteristics: Evergreen densely branched tree. Fragrant exotic looking flowers, with fluted petals being a vibrant rose pink centre made up of bright yellow gold stamens. Flowers late Autumn to mid Winter. Glossy dark green oval leaves.
Sunlight: Full sun partial shade.
Exposure: Sheltered from cold winds.
Soil: Fertile. Well drained soil.
Moisture: Water regularly through Summer. Water less in Winter.
Feeding: Feed early Spring with an ericaceous fertiliser.
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All palms have been imported with phytosanitary certificates from top quality growers.