Camellia sasanqua ShiShi Gashira

Common Name: Sasanqua Camellia 'Shishi Gashira'

Description: The 'Shishi Gashira' is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its abundant display of semi-double, rosy-pink flowers with prominent golden stamens. Blooming from late autumn through early winter, it brings vibrant colour to gardens during the cooler months. The plant features glossy, dark green foliage and a slightly spreading habit, making it ideal for low hedges, foundation plantings, or as a standalone specimen. 'Shishi Gashira' thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained, acidic soils. It's well-suited to Melbourne's climate and can tolerate full sun with adequate moisture. Regular mulching helps retain soil moisture and keeps roots cool. Pruning after flowering maintains its shape and encourages healthy growth.

Form:

• Shrub – Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 1.2–1.5 metres
• Width: 1.8–2.4 metres

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Autumn
• Flowers in Winter

Flower Colour:

• Rosy-pink

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Scented flowers
• Bird Attracting
• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Espalier

Toxicity: No known toxicity to humans or animals.

Companion Plants:

• Azaleas
• Rhododendrons
• Gardenias
• Japanese Maples