Camellia sasanqua 'Sparkling Burgundy' (Sparkling Burgandy Camellia)
Botanical Information
| Family | Theaceae |
| Genus | Camellia |
| Species | sasanqua |
| Cultivar | 'Sparkling Burgundy' |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
| Origin | Originated in Abita Springs, Louisiana, United States of America. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 7-10 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 8 |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H2-H6 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -17.8 - 4.4 |
| Temperature (°F) | 0-40 |
| Height | 2.5-4 m |
| Spread | 1.5-2.5 m |
| Growth | Medium |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | Well known from beautiful autumn colour (from leaves and flowers) in cooler northern climates. In cooler southern climates it will bloom in early spring. |
| Landscape | Good as hedges, screening, or woodland edging. Will also grow well in pots or containers with regular watering. |
| Propagation | Hardwood cuttings planted with rooting hormone. Will begin to root within 2 or 3 months. |
| Cultivation | Prefers moist, well drained, acidic soils. Grows best in partial shade or filtered sun. Does not tolerate alkaline soils or standing water. |
| Notable Specimens | Bok Tower Gardens. Lake Wales, Florida, United States of America. |
| Leaf Description | Glossy, leathery leaves. |
| Flower Description | Dark, rosy pink, ruffled flowers. 8 cm across, slightly fragrant. |
| Fruit Description | Round, 1-2 cm capsules. |
Photographs
Camellia sasanqua 'Sparkling Burgundy', form. Bok Tower Gardens. Lake Wales, Florida, United States of America.
Camellia sasanqua 'Sparkling Burgundy', leaf. Bok Tower Gardens. Lake Wales, Florida, United States of America.
Camellia sasanqua 'Sparkling Burgundy', flower. Bok Tower Gardens. Lake Wales, Florida, United States of America.
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