Camellia sasanqua 'Cleopatra'

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

7a-11

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Camellia sasanqua 'Cleopatra' plant details

Camellia sasanqua 'Cleopatra' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In fall pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Camellia sasanqua 'Cleopatra'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: theaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall
Uses: container plant, hedge, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Camellia sasanqua 'Cleopatra'

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Evergreen, densely branched, pyramidal to oval shrub. The semi-double rose pink blooms adorn the plant from September to December. Prefers filtered shade, but with adequate moisture, can take full sun. Growth Rate fast

By: Garden World

This plant makes a lovely hedge, as the growth habit is upright and compact, and it takes well to clipping. It blooms in midseason, with pretty pink semi-double flowers that have narrow, curved petals.