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Camellia sasanqua 'Sparkling Burgundy'
Vigourous willowy shrub with glossy dark green leaves. Through the winter and spring the bush is covered with ruby rose flowers overlaid with sheen of lavander, medium, peony form . Lovely as a standard or hedge as clips well. Hardy. Prefers a sheltered site with good soil, though will tolerate dry conditions.
Genus
Camellia
Species
sasanqua
Cultivar
'Sparkling Burgundy'
Common name
Camellia
Family name
Theaceae
Place of origin
China
DETAILS
Height
2 m
Width
1.5 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Prefers good loamy soil
Moisture
Soil must be well drained
Exposure
Grows in sun or semi-shade / Prefers a semi-shaded site / Will tolerate very hard frosts.
Immaculate / Magnificent / Paradise / Sanctuary / Texture
Shrubs
Category
Large, over 3 metres.
Availability
Please go to our current Monthly Stock List, to check if this plant is likely to be available.
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Your favourite Garden Centre may be able to order it for you ... where to buy our plants.