Camellia sasanqua Paradise Helen

Common Name: Paradise Helen Camellia

Description: Camellia sasanqua 'Paradise Helen' is an evergreen shrub known for its abundant display of double white flowers that emerge from bright pink buds. Blooming from late autumn through winter, it brings vibrant color to gardens during the cooler months. The plant has a spreading habit, reaching up to 2.5 meters in both height and width, with ovate, leathery, mid to dark green leaves. 'Paradise Helen' thrives in partial shade but is more sun-tolerant than many other camellia varieties. It prefers moist, well-drained acidic soils and is an excellent choice for hedging, topiary, or container planting. Regular mulching in spring and thorough watering during dry periods, especially in the first few years, will support optimal growth. Pruning after flowering helps maintain a compact form. This cultivar is well-suited to Melbourne's climate, offering year-round greenery and seasonal floral interest.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: Up to 2.5 meters
• Width: Up to 2.5 meters

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Autumn
• Flowers in Winter

Flower Colour:

• White (emerging from bright pink buds)

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Topiary
• Evergreen
• Sun Tolerant

Toxicity: No known toxicity to humans or animals.

Companion Plants:

• Azalea (Rhododendron spp.)
• Gardenia (Gardenia augusta)
• Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)
• Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum)
• Hosta (Hosta spp.)