Cleopatra Camellia

Cleopatra CamelliaCamellia sasanqua 'Cleopatra' A prolific fall and early winter bloomer, the Cleopatra Camellia bears fragrant, semi double, soft rose pink blooms with golden yellow stamens. She grows into a compact, rounded, evergreen shrub with glossy, serrated, dark green leaves that are elliptic to oblong and make the ideal background for the lovely flowers. Long lived and reliable, Cleopatra adds year round structure and seasonal brilliance. USDA Hardiness Zones:

Camellia sasanqua 'Cleopatra'

A prolific fall and early winter bloomer, the Cleopatra Camellia bears fragrant, semi-double, soft rose-pink blooms with golden yellow stamens. She grows into a compact, rounded, evergreen shrub with glossy, serrated, dark green leaves that are elliptic to oblong and make the ideal background for the lovely flowers. Long-lived and reliable, Cleopatra adds year-round structure and seasonal brilliance.

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 7–9

• Sunlight: Can grow in full sun, but will prefer a bit of shade, especially in hotter climates.

• Water Requirements: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture, especially in summer. Avoid soggy soil.

• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate

• Mature Size: 6–8 ft tall × 4–6 ft wide

• Bloom Time: Fall through early winter

• Soil Preference: Acidic, well-drained, humus-rich soil

• Landscape Use: Woodland gardens, foundation plantings, specimen plant, hedging, large containers

• Deer Resistance: Moderate