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Camellia sasanqua 'Bonanza'
Bonanza Camellia
The Camellia sasanqua 'Bonanza', or Bonanza Camellia, is a compact evergreen shrub celebrated for its vibrant, semi-double red blooms with golden yellow centres. Flowering profusely from autumn to early winter, it adds striking colour to gardens during the cooler months. Its glossy, dark green foliage provides a lush backdrop for the flowers and remains attractive year-round.
Growing to 1.5 to 2 metres tall, Bonanza is perfect for hedging, borders, feature planting, or container gardening in both formal and informal landscapes.
Specifications
- Height1.5 to 2 metres
- Width1 to 1.5 metres
- Native toJapan
- FoliageGlossy, dark green, evergreen leaves
- Growth rateModerate
Conditions
- SoilPrefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil enriched with organic matter
- LightPartial shade to filtered sunlight; tolerates full sun with adequate moisture
- WaterModerate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
- ClimateThrives in temperate and subtropical regions
Additional Features
- FlowersSemi-double, vibrant red blooms with golden yellow centres, appearing in autumn to early winter
- UsesIdeal for hedging, borders, foundation plantings, or containers
- SpacingPlant 1 to 1.5 metres apart for dense hedges or individual displays
- Low MaintenanceRequires light pruning after flowering to shape and encourage growth
- Pest ResistanceResilient to most pests with proper care
- Seasonal AppealAutumn and winter blooms with evergreen foliage for year-round beauty
- VersatilitySuitable for formal, cottage, and Japanese-style gardens
The Bonanza Camellia is a vibrant and reliable shrub, perfect for adding bold seasonal colour and structure to gardens and landscapes.
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Prepared 24 August 2026