Camellia Japonica Kasuga Yama 3 Litre Pot

Camellia Japonica ‘Kasuga Yama’ – Elegant Blooms with Timeless Beauty

Camellia Japonica ‘Kasuga Yama’ is a stunning evergreen shrub prized for its exquisite flowers and glossy green foliage. This variety produces abundant, beautifully formed blooms in rich shades of pink, adding elegance and charm to any garden. With its lush, year-round greenery and long flowering season, ‘Kasuga Yama’ is perfect for borders, woodland gardens, or as a striking specimen in pots. Whether in full bloom or displaying its deep green foliage, this camellia provides a sophisticated touch to traditional and modern landscapes alike.

Seasonal Beauty & Growth

• Winter & Early Spring: Produces large, beautifully shaped pink flowers, offering a burst of colour when few other plants are in bloom.
  
• Spring & Summer: Glossy, dark green leaves create a lush backdrop, adding structure and elegance to the garden.
  
• Autumn: The evergreen foliage remains vibrant, ensuring year-round visual interest.

Structure & Form

• Height & Spread: Typically reaches 1.5–3m in height with a similar spread, forming a dense, upright shrub.
• Flowers: Large, richly coloured pink blooms with a delicate, intricate petal structure.
• Foliage: Dark green, glossy, evergreen leaves provide year-round texture and beauty.
• Growth Habit: Compact and bushy, making it an excellent choice for hedging, screening, or as a feature plant.

Perfect for Various Landscapes

• Flower Borders & Beds: Ideal for adding structure and vibrant seasonal interest.
• Woodland & Shaded Gardens: Thrives in dappled shade, making it perfect for underplanting beneath trees.
• Pots & Containers: A great choice for patios and entranceways where its striking flowers can be fully appreciated.
• Formal & Informal Gardens: Complements both structured landscapes and naturalistic planting schemes.

Growing Conditions & Care

• Position: Prefers partial shade but can tolerate full sun if roots are kept cool.
• Soil: Thrives in well-drained, acidic soil rich in organic matter. Mulching helps retain moisture.
• Hardiness: Fully hardy and resilient to frost, making it suitable for UK gardens.
• Maintenance: Low-maintenance; requires occasional pruning to maintain shape and encourage strong growth.
• Watering: Regular watering during dry periods helps maintain healthy foliage and prolific flowering.

Why Choose Camellia Japonica ‘Kasuga Yama’?

• Elegant, Abundant Blooms: Provides a stunning floral display during late winter and early spring.
• Evergreen Foliage: Adds structure and beauty throughout the year.
• Shade-Tolerant: Thrives in partially shaded areas where other flowering plants may struggle.
• Hardy & Long-Lived: A robust, low-maintenance shrub that will thrive for many years.
• Versatile in Design: Works beautifully in mixed borders, containers, and woodland gardens.

Perfect Plant Combinations

• Rhododendrons & Azaleas: Complement the camellia’s blooms and thrive in similar conditions.
• Ferns & Hostas: Add texture and contrast beneath the camellia’s canopy.
• Evergreen Shrubs: Pair with Boxwood or Pieris for year-round interest.
• Spring Bulbs: Underplant with Snowdrops or Daffodils for an extra seasonal display.

Camellia Japonica ‘Kasuga Yama’ is a sophisticated and resilient evergreen shrub that brings timeless beauty to any outdoor space. Whether planted as a specimen, in a mixed border, or in a container, its stunning flowers and lush foliage make it a standout choice for gardeners looking to add structure, colour, and elegance to their landscapes.

Camellia Japonica Kasuga Yama 3 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Slow Growing Red Evergreen

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.