Species

Camellia sasanquaSasanqua Camellia

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shrub

Sasanqua Camellia

Camellia sasanqua 'Kanjiro'

The Story

Plant Bio

Camellia sasanqua is an evergreen East Asian shrub valued for its lustrous dark foliage and autumn to winter flowering window. The species forms a bushy, dense growth framework with finely serrated leaves and tolerates direct sun better than late-winter camellias.

'Kanjiro' produces large, mildly fragrant, semi-double cerise-pink blossoms with bright golden stamens framing a pale center. Emerging foliage displays subtle bronze-red tones before maturing to deep glossy green on arching branches.

Uses & Benefits:

Produces vivid pink blossoms late in the year when most garden shrubs are dormant.

Functions effectively as a dense, glossy evergreen privacy hedge or screen.

Provides fall and winter nectar for late-active bees and beneficial pollinators.

SpeciesCamellia sasanquaSasanqua Camellia

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Shrub

Height

108"

Width

108"

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

7, 8, 9

Water

Moderate

Humidity

Moderate to High

Lifespan

Perennial

Native To

Japan

Toxicity

Non-toxic

Bloom period

Fall – Winter

In flower about 6 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Choose a site receiving full sun to partial shade, sheltered from harsh midday sun exposure and dry winds.
Amend acidic soil with organic matter to ensure moisture retention and fast drainage with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5.
Set the container root ball in the planting hole so the root flare rests slightly above the ground line.
Spread a thick layer of organic mulch across the root zone while keeping the material clear of the trunk.

Pro Tip

Position the root flare slightly above the surrounding soil line during planting to prevent root suffocation, and limit pruning to the weeks immediately following bloom.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Do plant in well-draining acidic soil rich in organic matter.
Do keep soil shallowly mulched to protect shallow surface roots.
Do prune lightly right after the winter bloom period completes.

Don't

Don't bury the root flare below the soil line.
Don't prune stems in late summer or fall, which removes setting flower buds.
Don't allow root systems to sit in waterlogged or heavy compacted soil.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Fertilize
Mulch
Pest Check
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

HedgeFoundation PlantingSpecimenPrivacy Screen

Companion Plants

Acer palmatum Rhododendron Heuchera Pieris japonica

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Sasanqua Camellia questions

What zones can Sasanqua Camellia grow in?

Sasanqua Camellia is hardy in USDA Zones 7–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Sasanqua Camellia deer resistant?

Not reliably. Deer may browse Sasanqua Camellia, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.

When does Sasanqua Camellia bloom?

Sasanqua Camellia typically blooms in fall through winter. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Sasanqua Camellia need full sun?

Sasanqua Camellia does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.

Is Sasanqua Camellia drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Sasanqua Camellia handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.