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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.
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Prepared 24 August 2026