Camellia Sasanqua, Hiryu

Camellia Sasanqua Hiryu is an ideal Japanese Camellia for narrow areas and outdoor pots. It has large, semi double, deep rose to red shaded flowers. It is a hardy, long living shrub that can grow into a small tree. It looks great in a feature pot and also makes a wonderful hedge or espalier against a wall.  Will thrive in a semi-shaded area in the garden.

Protect from fierce summer winds and extended drought periods.  Fertilize in spring with Camellia food.  At maturity will reach 4mt tall and 2mt wide. 

Camellia sasanqua 'Hiryu' is a specific cultivar of Camellia sasanqua, a species of flowering evergreen shrub in the family Theaceae. Camellia sasanqua is native to Japan and is known for its beautiful and fragrant flowers.

'Hiryu' is a popular cultivar of Camellia sasanqua, appreciated for its stunning double flowers and vigorous growth habit. The name 'Hiryu' translates to "flying dragon" in Japanese, which refers to the majestic and graceful appearance of the plant when in bloom.

The flowers of 'Hiryu' are typically deep red, with overlapping petals that create a full and lush appearance. They are generally larger than the average Camellia sasanqua flower and have a pleasant fragrance. The blooms usually appear in late fall to early winter, adding a splash of color to the garden when many other plants are dormant.

Like other varieties of Camellia sasanqua, 'Hiryu' thrives in well-drained soil and prefers partial shade or filtered sunlight. It can be used as a hedge, screen, or specimen plant in gardens and landscapes. Regular pruning after flowering can help maintain its shape and encourage healthy growth.

Camellia Sasanqua, Hiryu is available from Online Plants, Australia's leading e-commerce plant nursery. Located in Melbourne we offer fast, accurate and careful plant delivery to all Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Canberra and Brisbane, metropolitan and regional areas.

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