Camellia hiemalis 'Shi Shi Gashira'/Shi Shi Sasanqua-3 inch Starter Pot

Description: Every southern garden should have a ShiShi Gashira camellia.This camellia is known for its beautiful flowers and long blooming season. Dark pink flowers 2-3 inches across are produced in abundance from October to early January.This camellia is a slow-growing shrub that can reach 5 feet tall but is more typically around 3 feet. It is often called a dwarf sasanqua because it is smaller-growing than typical sasanquas. The flowers and foliage are similar to sasanquas, and they bloom at the same time.But ShiShi Gashira actually belongs to a different species called Camellia hiemalis. It is one of the most widely planted and popular camellias for southern landscapes and has been used successfully around the South for decades.The compact growth habit and slow rate of growth make ShiShi Gashira an excellent choice for smaller gardens, foundation plantings, containers and basically anywhere a smaller shrub is needed.It truly would be hard to find a finer, more attractive and reliable, low-growing shrub for Louisiana landscapes.Our Shi Shi Camellias are shipped in 3 inch pots with the soil intact.Species:HiemalisColor:RedForm: Semidouble to rose form doubleSize:SmallBloom Season:FallPlace of Origination:Japan - Ikeda City, Kansai areaYear of Origination / Registration:Late 1800'sEvergreen shrub.Full sun to part shade.Grows 4'-5' tall by 4'-5' wide.Space 3'-4' apart.Good drainage is essential. Do not plant in areas that are poorly drained or where water settles after a rain – plant in raised beds if drainage is a problem.Camellias are acid-loving plants, and alkaline soils (pH above 7) can limit their ability to obtain some nutrients from the soil, especially iron.Feed ShiShi Gashira camellias in the spring as new growth begins, about March or early April.Provide adequate water – especially during hot, dry spells during the summer and for newly planted shrubs during their first year in the ground.

Price: 9.99 USD

Location: Forest Hill, Louisiana

End Time: 2024-07-20T18:15:44.000Z

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