Camellia sasanqua (PAREXO) Exotic Jewel

Common Name: Exotic Jewel Camellia

Description: Camellia sasanqua 'Exotic Jewel' is a captivating evergreen shrub known for its abundant display of double, deep glowing-pink flowers that mature to a rich crimson-red. Blooming from autumn through winter, this cultivar brings vibrant color to gardens during the cooler months. The plant exhibits an elegant, slightly arching, and upright growth habit, complemented by deep green foliage that provides a lush backdrop to its striking blooms. 'Exotic Jewel' thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soils. It's an excellent choice for hedging, screening, or as a standalone specimen, and performs well in pots or containers, making it versatile for various garden settings in Melbourne, Australia. Regular watering and mulching will support optimal growth and flowering.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: Approximately 2–3 meters
• Width: Approximately 1–2 meters

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Autumn
• Flowers in Winter

Flower Colour:

• Deep Pink aging to Crimson-Red

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Scented Flowers
• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Topiary
• Evergreen

Toxicity: No known toxicity to humans or animals.

Companion Plants:

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