Camellia sasanqua ‘Show Girl’

Description

Quick Facts

Botanical Name: Camellia sasanqua ‘Show Girl’
Common Name: Camellia ‘Show Girl’
Plant Type: Evergreen shrub
Flowering Period: Autumn into winter
Flower Colour: Soft pink
Foliage Colour: Glossy green
Hardiness: Hardy in sheltered positions
Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained, acidic soil
Aspect: Part shade to sun in a sheltered spot
Maintenance: Low

Description

Camellia sasanqua ‘Show Girl’ is a graceful evergreen shrub that brings a lovely touch of colour and elegance to the garden just when it is needed most. Its glossy green foliage creates a rich, polished backdrop for the soft pink blooms, which appear from autumn into winter and add welcome brightness through the quieter months. Beautiful in sheltered borders and woodland-style planting, it’s a reliable, low-fuss shrub that gives structure, softness and year-round appeal.

Caragh Garden Notebook

Planting:
Plant in spring or autumn in moist, acidic, well-drained soil. It will do best in a sheltered position with a little protection from cold winds and harsh sun.

Watering:
Water well after planting and keep the soil evenly moist while it establishes. Camellias prefer consistent moisture, especially during dry spells.

Feeding:
Use an ericaceous feed in spring to support healthy growth and flowering.

Seasonal Care & Tidy-Up:
Remove spent flowers after blooming and prune lightly after flowering if needed to shape the plant.

Pests & Problems:
Generally trouble-free if planted in the right soil and position.

Design Notes:
Perfect for woodland gardens, sheltered borders and elegant specimen planting. It also works beautifully with ferns, heucheras, hydrangeas and other acid-loving plants.