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Key characteristics

Family: Theaceae
Height: 4 to 6 feet
Width: 4 to 6 feet
Flower color: Deep raspberry pink with golden stamens
Foliage color: Evergreen, glossy dark green
Bloom time: Late fall to early winter
Light: Partial shade
Water: Average
Maintenance: Low; prune lightly after blooming if needed; suitable for hedges or container growth
Growing zone: USDA zones 7a to 9b
Wildlife: Attracts pollinators like bees

Shrubs

Camellia sasanqua 'Sekiyo'

Sekiyo Camellia

Camellia sasanqua 'Sekiyo' is a vigorous shrub known for its bright, raspberry-pink flowers. These blooms, which can be single or semi-double, appear from autumn to early winter. The slightly tousled petals surround a golden stamen center, creating a vivid display against the glossy, dark green evergreen foliage. As the flowers fade, they gracefully drop their petals, leaving behind a delicate carpet effect.

Introduced in Japan in 1958, this variety is a hybrid of Camellia sasanqua, valued for its adaptability and showy flowers.

Light

Partial shade

Water

Average

Bloom time

Late fall to early winter

Find this plant

Works well in

Foundation Plantings
Specimen Plants
Woodland Gardens
Shade Gardens

Companion plants

Yew · Oregon grape · Corydalis · Hosta · Anemone · Foamflower

Design tip

The carpet of fallen pink petals can become part of the display, so a spot beside a simple path or dark evergreen backdrop can make the effect especially noticeable. This creates a charming seasonal moment that feels a little unexpected as autumn shifts toward winter.

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