Camellia sasanqua 'Paradise Diana'

Name: Camellia sasanqua 'Paradise Diana'
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 10122f
Price: 33.18 NZD
Availability: InStock

Camellia sasanqua 'Paradise Diana' is an evergreen shrub that produces single flowers which are bright pink and fade to a lighter pink towards the centre. The elegant flowers are produced in abundance throughout autumn and add a touch of elegance to the semi-glossy, green leaves as the plant grows to 2.5 m tall and 2 m wide. Camellia 'Paradise Diana' is commonly grown as a 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.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	2.50 m
Spread:	2.00 m
Flowering time:	Autumn, Winter
Tolerances:
Garden uses:	Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as
Sku	10122

What are the garden uses for Camellia sasanqua 'Paradise Diana' in NZ?

Camellia sasanqua 'Paradise Diana' is a much-loved shrub in NZ gardens. It is most commonly grown as specimen, clipped into a hedge, added to a mixed planting, or used as a backdrop for smaller plants. It is a great complement to a modern or cottage garden, bringing both colour and elegance to a space. It is the gorgeous foliage and flowers of this plant that makes Camellia Paradise Diana an excellent choice for a NZ garden.

What does the 'Paradise Diana' Camellia plant need to grow well?

The 'Paradise Diana' Camellia plant performs best when grown in full sun on well-drained, slightly acidic soil. It is tolerant of frost once established, as well as cool and humid climates. Wind protection is crucial to prevent branches from snapping and to enable them to flower profusely.