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CAMELLIA 'Paradise Blush'
Sasanqua. Deep pink buds opening to pure white semi-double with pink on reverse. Long flowering
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to knowMakes a good screen or hedge
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Pests & DiseasesAphids, scale insects, vine weevils, leaf spot.
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Place of originGarden origin. Australia. Paradise Plants Nursery, NSW
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Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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sasanquaCamellia sasanqua (Christmas Camellia) is a species of Camellia
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Evergreen
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BicolorDeep pink buds opening to pure white with pink on reverse.
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Semi-doubleTwo rows of petals with conspicuous stamens6-8cm (2½-3in) across. Like small waterlilies
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height2m (6½ft)
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Spread2m (6½ft)
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HedgeIdeal for hedging
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Tall ShrubFast-growing, upright, neat shrub
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winterHardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)
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Scented flowers
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size2m (6½ft)
2m (6½ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a large borderCottage gardenTown garden
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Pruning group
Pruning group 5Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
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Soil Conditions
Acid / ericaceous lovingFertile moist well-drained soilNeutral to acid soil
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Sun Requirements
Full shadeFull sunWill tolerate full sun once established. Keep roots cool and moist.Partial shade
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