Camellia sasanqua Bonanza

Common Name:
Common name – Sasanqua Camellia

Description:
Camellia sasanqua ‘Bonanza’ is a vibrant and hardy evergreen shrub known for its masses of rich deep pink to crimson-red semi-double flowers that appear from autumn into winter. The bright golden stamens at the centre of each bloom provide striking contrast against the colourful petals, creating an eye-catching seasonal display. Its dense growth habit and glossy dark green foliage make it an excellent choice for hedging, screening, espalier, or feature planting in gardens and courtyards. ‘Bonanza’ is particularly valued for its vigorous growth, reliable flowering, and tolerance of sun compared to many other camellia varieties. Well-suited to Melbourne’s climate, it thrives in well-drained, slightly acidic soil with regular moisture during dry periods. This low-maintenance camellia brings long-lasting colour, structure, and elegance to both formal and informal garden settings.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 2–3 m
• Width: 1.5–2.5 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Autumn
• Flowers in Winter

Flower Colour:

• Deep pink
• Crimson-red
• Yellow centre

Key Attributes:

• Bee Attracting
• Bird Attracting
• Evergreen
• Perennial
• Suitable for Espalier
• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Pots
• Suitable for Topiary
• Thrives in cooler climates
• Useful as a screening plant

Toxicity:
Camellias are generally considered non-toxic to humans, dogs, and cats.

Companion Plants:

• Azalea
• Clivia
• Daphne
• Ferns
• Gardenia
• Hellebore
• Hydrangea
• Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum)
• Pieris japonica
• Rhododendron