Camellia sasanqua Susy Dirr PP24888

Scientific Name: Camellia sasanqua 'Green 99-031'

Also Known As

Susy Dirr Sasanqua Camellia

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 8'-12'
W: 5'-7'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Camellia sasanqua Susy Dirr PP24888 plant details

Camellia sasanqua Susy Dirr PP24888 is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall and winter pink 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 Susy Dirr PP24888

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: theaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 7 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and winter
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, long-blooming, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Camellia sasanqua Susy Dirr PP24888

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

Fully double, perfect form, large rich pink flowers are born over an extended period in fall on a vigorous and large growing evergreen shrub. Susy Dirr Sasanqua Camellia makes an excellent evergreen specimen, screen, or hedge for the garden or landscape. Named in honor of Dr. Michael Dirr's daughter lovingly known as Susy. A portion of each plant sold is donated to the Sweet Melissa Fund to aid lung transplant patients and their families, courtesy of the hybridizer Bobby Green.