Camellia sasanqua 'Shishi Gashira' | Shishi Gashira Camellia
DESCRIPTION
Camellia sasanqua 'Shishi Gashira’ is a versatile evergreen shrub known for its vibrant display of semi-double, rosy-pink blooms. These flowers appear from late fall to early winter, offering a splash of color during a season when gardens often look subdued. Its glossy dark green foliage forms a lovely backdrop for the flowers, making it an excellent choice for a variety of garden settings, including as hedges, foundation plantings, or even in containers.
This cultivar originated in Japan, where sasanqua camellias are cherished for their beauty and adaptability. 'Shishi Gashira' has a manageable growth habit and can thrive in both filtered sun and partial shade, adding to its versatility. Its winter blooms and evergreen presence make it a valued plant for creating year-round garden interest.
DESCRIPTION
Camellia sasanqua 'Shishi Gashira’ is a versatile evergreen shrub known for its vibrant display of semi-double, rosy-pink blooms. These flowers appear from late fall to early winter, offering a splash of color during a season when gardens often look subdued. Its glossy dark green foliage forms a lovely backdrop for the flowers, making it an excellent choice for a variety of garden settings, including as hedges, foundation plantings, or even in containers.
This cultivar originated in Japan, where sasanqua camellias are cherished for their beauty and adaptability. 'Shishi Gashira' has a manageable growth habit and can thrive in both filtered sun and partial shade, adding to its versatility. Its winter blooms and evergreen presence make it a valued plant for creating year-round garden interest.
DESCRIPTION
Camellia sasanqua 'Shishi Gashira’ is a versatile evergreen shrub known for its vibrant display of semi-double, rosy-pink blooms. These flowers appear from late fall to early winter, offering a splash of color during a season when gardens often look subdued. Its glossy dark green foliage forms a lovely backdrop for the flowers, making it an excellent choice for a variety of garden settings, including as hedges, foundation plantings, or even in containers.
This cultivar originated in Japan, where sasanqua camellias are cherished for their beauty and adaptability. 'Shishi Gashira' has a manageable growth habit and can thrive in both filtered sun and partial shade, adding to its versatility. Its winter blooms and evergreen presence make it a valued plant for creating year-round garden interest.
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Family: Theaceae
Height: 4 to 5 feet
Width: 6 to 8 feet
Foliage color: Glossy dark green
Flower color: Vibrant deep pink, semi-double blooms
Bloom time: Late fall to early winter
Light requirements: Partial shade to filtered sun
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low; prune after flowering to maintain shape, and mulch to keep roots cool
Growing zone: USDA Zones 7–10
Wildlife attractors: Pollinators like bees
