Camellia sasanqua 'Feathered Edge'

Also Known As

Feathered Edge Sasanqua Camellia

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Camellia sasanqua 'Feathered Edge' plant details

Camellia sasanqua 'Feathered Edge' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall and winter pink and red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. 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 'Feathered Edge'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: theaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and red blooms in fall and winter
Uses: compact, container plant, long-blooming, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Camellia sasanqua 'Feathered Edge'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The wavy, 3-4" wide flowers of Feathered Edge Sasanqua Camellia are white broadly edged with dark rosy red with feathery streaks radiating inward. The obviously Yume-like flowers have more petals per flower and can range from near peony form to semi-double and the plant flowers early in the season beginning in October and lasting into December. This 2005 Bobby Green and Green Nurseries introduction has a naturally compact rounded habit and a moderately slow rate of growth to about 6-8'H.