Enjoy KANJIRO SASANQUA CAMELLIA bushes for their...

. hundreds of eye-catching fall flowers >>> October through December
. stunning semi-double pink bloom >>> great cut flower (slight fragrance)
. dense upright spreading growth habit >>> to 8-10' (semi-weeping with age)
. luxuriant dark green year-round foliage >>> evergreen + very refined
. eco-friendly nature >>> drought tolerant and long-lived in proper habitat
. garden versatility >>> shade gardens, containers, flowering privacy screens
. enduring popularity >>> a true Southern heritage plant - perfect gift idea!

USDA plant hardiness zones: 7, 8, 9 | considered winter hardy to 0 °F (-18°C)
Sunset plant hardiness zones: 4-9, 14-24 [western states]

LIGHT: partial shade [increased sun tolerance with ample moisture]
WATER: evenly moist [considered drought tolerant once established]
SOIL: fertile + humus-rich + acidic + well-drained

Botanical Name: Camellia hiemalis 'Kanjiro' (often listed as C. sasanqua 'Kanjiro')
Plant Family: Theaceae: Tea family
Plant Origin/Camellia Nursery Cultivar: Japan - 1954
Introduced by Takii & Co. Ltd.. From the website Sazanka: The Flower of Autumn Sun: “Sazanka” is a Japanese name of the ornamental shrub Camellia sasanqua and two related hybrid camellia species – C. x hiemalis and C. x vernalis. Non-Japanese people call it “sasanqua”. In Japanese, word “sazanka” is written with three Kanji characters meaning “mountain”, “tea” and “flower”. In Chinese, sasanqua is called “cha-mai” and is written with two characters meaning “tea” and “pretty”, together meaning “pretty tea”. The "Sazanka" website has tons of incredible information about autumn camellias.
a.k.a: Kanjiro Autumn Camellia, Hiryu Sasanqua Camellia

How to grow Kanjiro Autumn Camellias:
. Select a location that provides adequate sunlight, water, and soil requirements (see above)
. Plant high, with trunk base well above soil line to ensure adequate drainage
. Water regularly throughout the year and during dry spells for optimum performance
. Fertilize Autumn Camellias in spring with an acid fertilizer and again in early July
. Prune after flowering to ensure maximum bud set/flowers for next year's bloom
. Maintain a thick, acidic mulch layer to protect shallow roots and conserve moisture
. Avoid unnecessary cultivation around camellia plants once they're established
. Grow Kanjiro Camellias in large winter-protected containers in colder climates

Shipping Size/Price: Premium Three Gallon [#3G] nursery-grown plant (11.36L)
We ship large, gift quality plants in their original container and soil. Kanjiro Camellia is guaranteed to delight your family and friends. Send living gift plants that impress.

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