Camellia sasanqua 'Paradise Blush'Paradise Blush Camellia

The Camellia sasanqua 'Paradise Blush', commonly known as Paradise Blush Camellia, is a graceful evergreen shrub admired for its delicate, soft pink blooms that deepen at the edges, creating a stunning blush effect. Flowering profusely from autumn to early winter, this versatile shrub adds elegance and seasonal colour to gardens. With a compact, upright growth habit reaching 2 to 3 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide, it is ideal for hedges, screens, or as a feature plant in garden beds and containers.

Specifications

• Height2 to 3 metres
• Width1.5 to 2 metres
• Native toJapan and China (species origin)
• FoliageGlossy, dark green leaves; evergreen
• Growth rateModerate

Conditions

• SoilPrefers well-drained, acidic soils enriched with organic matter
• LightFull sun to partial shade; best with morning sun and afternoon shade
• WaterModerate; keep soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging
• ClimateThrives in temperate, subtropical, and coastal regions

Additional Features

• FlowersSingle blooms in soft pink with a deeper blush on the edges; autumn to early winter
• FormUpright, bushy growth with dense foliage
• UsesIdeal for hedges, screens, feature planting, or containers
• SpacingPlant 1 to 1.5 metres apart for hedging or standalone displays
• Low MaintenanceRequires light pruning after flowering to maintain shape
• Pest ResistanceGenerally pest-free; monitor for scale or aphids
• Frost ToleranceHandles light frost; mulch roots in colder regions for extra protection
• Seasonal AppealEvergreen foliage with vibrant seasonal blooms
• Wildlife AttractionFlowers attract pollinators like bees
• VersatilityComplements formal, cottage, and Japanese garden styles

The Paradise Blush Camellia is a beautiful and versatile shrub, perfect for adding charm and year-round structure to gardens while providing a striking seasonal display of soft pink blooms.