{"product_id":"camellia-sasanqua-gwen-pike","title":"Camellia sasanqua Gwen Pike","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"50\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"16\" data-end=\"19\"\u003eCommon name – Sasanqua Camellia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"52\" data-end=\"972\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"52\" data-end=\"68\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"68\" data-end=\"71\"\u003eCamellia sasanqua ‘Gwen Pike’ is a charming evergreen shrub admired for its prolific display of soft to vibrant pink double blooms that appear from autumn through to early winter. The flowers are beautifully layered with gently ruffled petals, creating a lush and romantic appearance against the glossy dark green foliage. This variety forms a dense and tidy habit, making it ideal for hedging, screening, feature planting, or growing in decorative pots. ‘Gwen Pike’ is particularly well-suited to Melbourne’s climate, tolerating cooler conditions while thriving in well-drained, slightly acidic soil. It performs best in full sun to part shade and benefits from protection against harsh afternoon heat in hotter locations. 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