Camellia sasanqua 'Setsugekka'

from $49.00

A classic sasanqua camellia with large, semi-double pure white flowers with ruffled petals and golden centres, covering the plant from late autumn into early winter. Its small, glossy dark green leaves and dense, upright habit make it one of the best flowering choices for hedges and screens. Sasanquas handle more sun than japonica camellias and cope with Canberra's frosts once established.

  • Mature size: Approx. 3-4m H x 1.5-2.5m W (easily kept smaller with pruning)
  • Foliage: Small, glossy, dark green, evergreen
  • Flowers: Large semi-double white with golden stamens, late autumn to early winter
  • Growth habit: Upright, dense; moderate growth rate
  • Position: Full sun to part shade (afternoon shade in hot spots)
  • Climate: Tolerates frost once established
  • Water needs: Moderate; keep moist while establishing, mulch well
  • Soil: Slightly acidic, moist but well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Mulch with pinebark mulch to keep roots cool.
  • Feeding: A light feed of Osmocote All Purpose in spring, plus Seasol every few weeks through the warmer months.
  • Maintenance: Low; prune after flowering to shape, feed with camellia/azalea food in spring
  • Ideal for: Flowering hedges, privacy screens, feature planting and large pots

A classic sasanqua camellia with large, semi-double pure white flowers with ruffled petals and golden centres, covering the plant from late autumn into early winter. Its small, glossy dark green leaves and dense, upright habit make it one of the best flowering choices for hedges and screens. Sasanquas handle more sun than japonica camellias and cope with Canberra's frosts once established.

  • Mature size: Approx. 3-4m H x 1.5-2.5m W (easily kept smaller with pruning)
  • Foliage: Small, glossy, dark green, evergreen
  • Flowers: Large semi-double white with golden stamens, late autumn to early winter
  • Growth habit: Upright, dense; moderate growth rate
  • Position: Full sun to part shade (afternoon shade in hot spots)
  • Climate: Tolerates frost once established
  • Water needs: Moderate; keep moist while establishing, mulch well
  • Soil: Slightly acidic, moist but well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Mulch with pinebark mulch to keep roots cool.
  • Feeding: A light feed of Osmocote All Purpose in spring, plus Seasol every few weeks through the warmer months.
  • Maintenance: Low; prune after flowering to shape, feed with camellia/azalea food in spring
  • Ideal for: Flowering hedges, privacy screens, feature planting and large pots
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