Camellia sasanqua 'Hiryu'
HIRYU CAMELLIA
Theaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen tree or shrub

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, acidic to neutral

Tolerances: moderate wind, light frost
6m
Plant habit
 
5m

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Origins: Japan, not found wild

Other Botanical Names: Camellia hiemalis 'Kanjiro', C. sasanqua 'Flying Dragon', C. x vernalis 'Hiryu'

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Camellia sasanqua 'Hiryu'
HIRYU CAMELLIA
Theaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen tree or shrub

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, acidic to neutral

Tolerances: moderate wind, light frost
6m
Plant habit
 
5m

FEATURES

Flowers: mildly fragrant flowers in crimson

Flowering Time: late summer to mid autumn

Leaves: dark green


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean, oriental, formal, contemporary & cottage designs

Uses: formal screen, informal screen, large planter, espalier, topiary, standard, bonsai, shade tree

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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