Camellia sasanqua 'Beatrice Emily'Beatrice Emily Camellia

The Camellia sasanqua 'Beatrice Emily', or Beatrice Emily Camellia, is a graceful evergreen shrub admired for its soft pink, double blooms with delicate ruffled petals. Flowering from autumn to early winter, it brings colour and charm to gardens when few other plants are in bloom. Its glossy, dark green foliage provides a stunning backdrop for the flowers and remains attractive year-round.

Growing up to 3 to 4 metres, this versatile plant is ideal for hedging, borders, espalier, or as a feature shrub in formal and cottage-style gardens.

Specifications

• Height3 to 4 metres
• Width2 to 3 metres
• Native toJapan
• FoliageGlossy, dark green, evergreen leaves
• Growth rateModerate

Conditions

• SoilPrefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil with organic matter
• LightPartial shade to filtered sunlight; tolerates morning sun
• WaterModerate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
• ClimateThrives in temperate and subtropical regions

Additional Features

• FlowersSoft pink, double blooms with ruffled petals, appearing in autumn and early winter
• UsesPerfect for hedges, borders, feature planting, or espalier
• SpacingPlant 1 to 2 metres apart for hedging or standalone planting
• Low MaintenanceRequires light pruning after flowering to shape and encourage growth
• Pest ResistanceResilient to most pests with basic care
• Seasonal AppealAutumn blooms and evergreen foliage provide year-round interest
• VersatilitySuitable for formal, cottage, and Japanese-style gardens

The Beatrice Emily Camellia is a timeless and elegant choice, offering soft blooms and lush greenery to enhance gardens and landscapes with minimal effort.