The oval leaves are shiny dark green. Camellias respond well to pruning which should be carried out immediately after flowering.
It makes a great feature plant when used in a winter themed border. Can be pruned into a hedge or border
Common Name:
Sasanqua camellia 'Plantation Pink'
Botanical Name:
Camellia sasanqua 'Plantation Pink'
Plant size:
Approx 12 - 15cm
Pot size:
50mm pot.
Max growth:
Approx 4m high and 2m wide.
Maintenance:
Regular tip pruning to maintain formal shape and encourage dense growth especially if hedging or topiarying
Planting:
The biggest danger to planting camellias is planting them too deep. They are shallow rooting and prefer a moist (not wet) fertile, well drained soil. Mulching is essential to prevent the shallow roots from drying out in hot weather
Apply a six month slow release fertiliser in Spring and Autumn with camellia and azalea food.