Camellia sasanqua Paradise Glow

Common Name:
Common name – Sasanqua Camellia

Description:
Camellia sasanqua ‘Paradise Glow’ is a striking evergreen shrub admired for its masses of vibrant rosy-pink semi-double flowers that brighten the garden from autumn into winter. Each bloom features gently layered petals surrounding a centre of golden yellow stamens, creating a cheerful and elegant display against the glossy deep green foliage. This variety has a dense, upright growth habit, making it ideal for hedging, screening, espalier, or feature planting in both formal and informal gardens. ‘Paradise Glow’ is particularly well-suited to Melbourne’s climate due to its excellent tolerance of cooler conditions and greater sun tolerance compared to many camellias. It thrives in well-drained, slightly acidic soil and benefits from regular watering during extended dry periods. With its long flowering season, evergreen foliage, and reliable performance, this camellia provides year-round structure and seasonal colour to gardens and courtyards.

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:

• Rosy pink
• Deep pink
• 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