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Camellia sasanqua 'Crimson King'
Erect growing shrub with dark green glossy foliage. The mahogany red flowers are very colourful against the foliage. Abundant flowers early winter to spring. Hardy plant, grows in sun or semi-shade, prefers good soil that does not get too dry.
Genus
Camellia
Species
sasanqua
Cultivar
'Crimson King'
Common name
Camellia
Family name
Theaceae
Place of origin
Asia
DETAILS
Height
1.5 m
Width
1 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Prefers good loamy soil
Moisture
Prefers even soil moisture
Exposure
Grows in sun or semi-shade / Will tolerate moderate frosts
Immaculate / Magnificent / Sanctuary / Texture / Whimsical
Shrubs
Category
Medium, height between 1.5 to 3 metres
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
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