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Shi Shi Gashira Camellia (Sasanqua)

$19.98

Large pink-red blooms with yellow centers
Matures to 6-8' wide by 4-5' tall
Hardy in USDA Zones 7 - 10
Plant in full sun to partial shade

Pot size

2.5 Quart 2.5 Gallon

Description

The Shi shi Gashira Camellia (Camellia sasanqua) is an extraordinary evergreen shrub celebrated for its stunning deep pink flowers with yellow centers that grace gardens from autumn through December. This charming, compact camellia bush enhances your landscape with enduring color and sophistication when many other plants have withered. Shi Shi Gashira matures to 4-5' H x 6-8' wide.

Its lush green leaves and abundant flowers in the winter make it an essential addition, bringing joy and beauty to any garden. Once established, this camellia is very low-maintenance and drought-tolerant.

Care Instructions:

The Shi Shi Gashira Camellia grows best in well-draining, acidic soil with consistent moisture. Plant it in an area with morning sun and afternoon shade for optimal bloom production. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and protect roots. Prune lightly after blooming to maintain shape and encourage new growth.

Landscaping Ideas:

Dense, evergreen foliage makes this a great flowering hedge or foundation planting
Add to woodland gardens or shaded borders for a pop of color in fall and winter
You can plant young plants in containers to add winter color to your patio or entryway

Care & Use

Getting Started: Understanding Your New Plant

Review your plant's information on our website or the tag that comes with it. Be mindful of sunlight preferences, soil type, and spacing needs.

Our plants are adaptable but grow best in the correct USDA Zones. Click here to learn more about your USDA Zone.

Planting Instructions

Dig a Hole

First, dig a hole three times the width of the root ball of your plant. This makes it easier for the root system to spread out quickly. Dig the hole deep enough that your plant will sit level with or slightly above the ground around it.

Amend Your Soil

Mix your native soil with rich gardening soil to provide extra nutrients and support plant growth. If your soil is clay-heavy, we recommend mixing your native clay soil with equal parts of Pine Bark mulch to improve drainage and the overall breathability of your soil.

Place Your Plant

Examine the roots. If they appear tightly bound, gently coax them apart; this ensures they can spread into the new soil. Place your plant in the hole so the top of the rootball is even with the surrounding soil—Backfill around it with the amended soil mixture. The roots need access to oxygen for your plant to thrive, so do not cover the rootball; place soil around it.

Mulch Your Plants

Top the soil beneath your plant with 3-4 inches of mulch to help it retain moisture. Be careful not to cover the rootball - your new plants roots need access to oxygen.

Water Your Plant

Soak the plant with a hose afterward to hydrate the plant, as well as get the soil and mulch situated. Develop a regular watering schedule based on your plant's needs and local weather patterns. Remember, over watering is just as, if not more, harmful than under watering.

Spacing Recommendations

How to Space Your Shi Shi Gashira Camellia

Space Your Shi Shi Gashira Camellia 3 feet apart for a seamless planting. Otherwise, plant them 5+ feet apart to leave space between shrubs.

Scientific Name

Camellia sasanqua 'Shishi Gashira'
Hardiness Zone

7, 8, 9, 10
Sun Exposure

Part Sun to Part Shade
Evergreen or Deciduous

Evergreen
Features

Attracts Birds / Butterflies, Flowering, Shade Tolerant
Feature Color

Green, Pink
Uses

Border, Container, Foundation Planting, Hedge, Mixed Garden Bed
Water Needs

Medium
Bloom Season

Winter, Fall

Growing Zones : 7, 8, 9, and 10