Camellia sasanqua Kanjiro - Multistem

The Japanese Camelia is a low-maintenance evergreen plant with tough, leathery leaves that often feature prominent serrations. However, in order for the plant to thrive, it requires an acidic soil, as most soils tend to be only slightly acidic or neutral. As such, it is crucial to prepare the flower bed or pot before planting by fertilising with Ericaceous fertiliser. Once established, it is recommended to fertilise the Camelia whenever it is flowering, or when the leaves start to lose their green colour, especially if they turn yellow.

 Camellia sasanqua flowers much earlier than Camellia japonica, provides a useful flowering period from October to December.

Small leathery oval green leaves.

- 150cm tall 

 - Blooms in late autumn to early winter. 

- Recommended spacing for planting is 150cm to 175cm from stem to stem.

 - Hardy to -10c or -15 in a very sheltered spot.

It is important to plant Camellia sasanqua in a sheltered location to avoid damage to its leaves and form caused by extremely cold winter winds.

For proper soil preparation, we recommend digging a hole that is twice the size of the Camellia's root ball. Next, fill the hole with high-quality Ericaceous compost mixed with some soil. This will provide the new root with soft and nutritious material for optimal growth and strength. Soil must be Acid, it is fine to plant in lightly acidic soil, with ericaceous fertiliser in April, July and October.

- For queries regarding different frame sizes and stem girths, please contact us as Info@hctrees.uk