Camellia Setsugekka

Camellia Sasanqua ‘Setsugekka’ is a stunning evergreen shrub renowned for its exquisite blooms and lush foliage. This Camellia variety is highly valued for its beautiful, fragrant flowers and versatile garden appeal, making it a favorite choice for gardeners looking to enhance their outdoor spaces with a touch of elegance.

Evergreen or Deciduous: Evergreen
Mature Height (meters): Typically grows to about 1.5-2.5 meters.
Mature Width (meters): Spreads up to 1.5-2 meters.
Spacing: Plant 1.2-2 meters apart to allow for natural growth and to avoid overcrowding.
Foliage: Features glossy, dark green leaves that provide a lush, verdant backdrop year-round. The dense foliage maintains a neat and attractive appearance.
Flowering Period: Blooms from late fall to early winter, producing large, semi-double to double white flowers with a delicate, sweet fragrance. The flowers often have a soft, ruffled appearance that adds elegance to the plant.
Form/Habit: Compact, rounded form with a dense, bushy habit. It maintains its shape well with minimal pruning.
Uses: Ideal for garden beds, borders, and foundation plantings. It also works beautifully as a specimen plant or in container gardening for adding a touch of winter beauty.
Sun: Prefers partial shade to dappled sunlight. Best grown in a location with morning sun and afternoon shade or filtered sunlight for optimal growth and blooming.
Maintenance: Low maintenance; occasional pruning may be needed to shape the plant and remove spent flowers. Regular watering and occasional fertilizing will help keep the plant healthy and thriving.
Water Requirement: Moderate; prefers consistently moist, well-drained soil. Mulching can help retain soil moisture and keep roots cool.

Camellia Sasanqua ‘Setsugekka’ is not only an aesthetically pleasing addition to any garden but also a practical choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance shrub that offers beautiful winter blooms and evergreen foliage. Its adaptability and elegant appearance make it a standout feature in various garden designs.