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camellia sasanqua for sale

Searching for camellia sasanqua for sale in New Zealand? You’re in the right place. Camellia sasanqua is one of the most versatile, low-maintenance flowering shrubs for home gardens and landscapes. With their glossy evergreen foliage and vibrant blooms, sasanquas bring colour and structure to your outdoor spaces from autumn right through to early winter. Whether you want a stunning feature plant for your front yard, a reliable flowering hedge, or a beautiful addition to a shaded corner, camellia sasanquas thrive in a range of conditions and are easy to care for.

Camellia sasanqua 'Paradise Diana'

Camellia sasanqua 'Paradise Diana' is a beautiful evergreen shrub admired for its soft pink semi double blooms and glossy green foliage. Flowering from autumn into early winter, it provides valuable colour in New Zealand gardens when many plants are fading. With its graceful growth habit and reliable performance, it is perfect for hedging, borders, and feature planting in sheltered garden spaces.

Buy Camellia sasanqua 'Paradise Diana'

From $33.68

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Shrubs

Height: 2.50 m

Spread: 2.00 m

Flowering time: Autumn, Winter

Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen

Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern

Camellia sasanqua Sparkling Burgundy

Camellia sasanqua Sparkling Burgundy is a popular evergreen shrub that produces showy, double, hot pink flowers. These appear from winter through spring and are complemented with glossy, dark green foliage as it grows to 2 m tall and 1.5 m wide. Camellia sasanqua Sparkling Burgundy is commonly grown as specimen, clipped into a hedge, added to a mixed planting, used in cottage gardens, planted around outdoor living areas, or used as a backdrop for smaller plants.

Buy Camellia sasanqua Sparkling Burgundy

From $33.68

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Shrubs

Height: 2.00 m

Spread: 1.50 m

Flowering time: Spring, Winter

Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Specimen

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern

Why Choose Camellia Sasanqua?

Camellia sasanquas are celebrated for their elegant flowers and adaptability. Unlike their japonica cousins, sasanquas produce delicate blooms earlier in the season and tolerate more sunlight. Their growth habit makes them ideal for hedging, screening, or standalone specimens. With smooth, leathery leaves and a tidy form, they look fantastic all year round—even when not in bloom.

If you want a low-maintenance garden, camellia sasanqua is a top pick. They’re drought tolerant once established, highly resistant to pests, and benefit from minimal pruning. Plant them in part shade or full sun, and enjoy their resilience in a range of New Zealand climates.

Camellia Sasanqua Varieties for Sale

Explore our extensive selection of camellia sasanqua for sale. We stock striking varieties to suit every gardening style. Some popular options include:

Camellia sasanqua 'Gay Sue': Soft pink blooms, perfect for borders or as a stunning feature shrub.
Camellia sasanqua 'Jennifer Susan': Lovely mid-pink flowers, excellent for hedging and container planting.
Camellia sasanqua Sparkling Burgundy: Rich burgundy-red blooms for dramatic garden impact.
Camellia Setsugekka: Elegant white flowers with ruffled edges, ideal for formal gardens.
Camellia sasanqua 'Paradise Diana': Vibrant deep pink petals and dark green foliage for year-round appeal.

How to Grow Camellia Sasanqua

Camellias sasanqua thrive in well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. They enjoy a slightly acidic environment—mulch regularly with compost or peat-based materials to keep roots cool and maintain soil health. These plants do well in both full sun and partial shade, making them a flexible choice for different garden spots.

When planting your camellia sasanqua, space them according to variety size—some are compact, while others grow larger. Regular watering during their first year is important. Once established, camellias are resilient and need only occasional deep watering during dry spells.

Uses and Benefits in the Garden

Camellia sasanqua is perfect for hedges, privacy screens, or as an eye-catching specimen. Their early bloom time adds colour when most other plants are dormant. You can train them as standards, grow them in containers, or use them in shaded woodland gardens. Their graceful habit and flowering season also make them attractive for pollinators.

Shop Camellia Sasanqua for Sale Online

Ready to transform your garden? Browse our full selection of camellia sasanqua for sale and discover the best varieties for your site. Whether you’re seeking striking colour, all-season foliage, or easy-care garden solutions, camellia sasanqua offers style and performance for New Zealand gardens. Visit our links for detailed information on each variety, and bring year-round beauty to your outdoor space.

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