Camellia sasanqua Paradise Sarah

Common Name: Camellia sasanqua 'Paradise Sarah'

Description: 'Paradise Sarah' is an upright, compact evergreen shrub featuring glossy, dark green leaves. During winter and spring, it produces an abundance of double-petaled, apple-blossom pink flowers that add vibrant color to gardens. This variety thrives in Melbourne's climate, performing well in both full sun and part shade. It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soils enriched with organic matter. 'Paradise Sarah' is versatile, suitable for use as a hedge, screen, or feature plant. Regular pruning after flowering helps maintain its shape and encourages dense growth. Once established, it is relatively low-maintenance and can tolerate light frosts, making it a resilient addition to various garden settings.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: Approximately 2-4 meters
• Width: Approximately 1-2 meters

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Winter
• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• Apple-Blossom Pink

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Screening
• Low Maintenance
• Evergreen Foliage
• Frost Tolerant

Toxicity: Non-toxic to humans and animals.

Companion Plants:

• Azaleas
• Gardenias
• Rhododendrons
• Ferns