Camellia sasanqua 'Tago-no-Tsuki' | Tago-no-Tsuki Camellia
DESCRIPTION
Camellia sasanqua 'Tago-no-Tsuki', translating to "Moon on Tago Bay," is an evergreen shrub that graces gardens with its semi-double white flowers during the fall and early winter months. The blooms, characterized by crinkled satin-like petals and prominent yellow stamens, emit a light yet pleasing fragrance, adding a sensory delight to the late-season landscape.
Originating from Japan, this cultivar has been appreciated for its refined beauty and ephemeral blossoms. In the Seattle Japanese Garden, 'Tago-no-Tsuki' is noted for its elegant presence near the original entry gate, where it matures into a small tree, reaching about 18 feet in height. Its graceful form and delicate flowers make it a cherished addition to gardens seeking year-round interest and seasonal charm.
DESCRIPTION
Camellia sasanqua 'Tago-no-Tsuki', translating to "Moon on Tago Bay," is an evergreen shrub that graces gardens with its semi-double white flowers during the fall and early winter months. The blooms, characterized by crinkled satin-like petals and prominent yellow stamens, emit a light yet pleasing fragrance, adding a sensory delight to the late-season landscape.
Originating from Japan, this cultivar has been appreciated for its refined beauty and ephemeral blossoms. In the Seattle Japanese Garden, 'Tago-no-Tsuki' is noted for its elegant presence near the original entry gate, where it matures into a small tree, reaching about 18 feet in height. Its graceful form and delicate flowers make it a cherished addition to gardens seeking year-round interest and seasonal charm.
DESCRIPTION
Camellia sasanqua 'Tago-no-Tsuki', translating to "Moon on Tago Bay," is an evergreen shrub that graces gardens with its semi-double white flowers during the fall and early winter months. The blooms, characterized by crinkled satin-like petals and prominent yellow stamens, emit a light yet pleasing fragrance, adding a sensory delight to the late-season landscape.
Originating from Japan, this cultivar has been appreciated for its refined beauty and ephemeral blossoms. In the Seattle Japanese Garden, 'Tago-no-Tsuki' is noted for its elegant presence near the original entry gate, where it matures into a small tree, reaching about 18 feet in height. Its graceful form and delicate flowers make it a cherished addition to gardens seeking year-round interest and seasonal charm.
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Family: Theaceae
Height: Up to 18 feet
Width: Depending on pruning and growing conditions
Foliage color: Glossy, dark green
Flower color: Semi-double white with yellow stamens
Bloom time: Late fall to early winter
Light requirements: Partial shade to full sun
Water requirements: Average
Maintenance: Low; prune after flowering to maintain desired shape
Growing zone: USDA zones 7 to 9
Wildlife attractors: Not specifically known to attract wildlifeThis plant can be seen at the Washington Park Arboretum.
