Botanical Name: Camellia sasanqua
Common Name: Sasanqua camellia Type of Plant: dicot: shrub Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape varies from upright and bushy to spreading and vine-like, somewhat more loose and open than Camellia japonica, with finer textured foliage Height 4-10' Spread 4-10' Growth Rate moderate Environment: Exposure outdoors half-shade to full sun Soil requires a well-drained soil Hardiness hardy (zones 4-9, 12, 14-24) Morphology: Leaves elliptic, alternate, 2-3" long, crenate to dentate margins, thin, leathery, dark glossy green above, paler beneath Flowers late fall, short-lived, flimsy – pink, white, red – variegated Fruit globose berry – 3/4" diameter Propagation: semi-hardwood cuttings, seed Usage: excellent espalier, hedge, container or bonsai plant – may be used as a sprawling groundcover to vining plant; some varieties bloom during Christmas season Landscape Care: Watering needs regular watering Fertilizing light applications of acid fertilized spring through fall Pruning head back lightly after bloom to encourage bushiness Pests/Diseases camellia petal blight, aphids, red spider mite Special Conditions/Other mulch frequently through the year Origin: Japan Family: Theaceae Notes: |
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