The first truly weeping sasanqua, with semi-double soft-pink blooms cascading from long trailing branches. Ideal for hanging baskets, raised pots and spilling over retaining walls.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 50 cm H × 1.5 m W
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun and full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Marge Miller Camellia
Camellia sasanqua 'Marge Miller' is a slow-growing shrub in the Theaceae family. It reaches around 50 cm tall and 1.5 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. Pink flowers appear in autumn and winter.
Where to grow Marge Miller Camellia
Marge Miller Camellia suits warm-temperate and cool-temperate climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun and full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Marge Miller Camellia does best in acidic and free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Marge Miller Camellia does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed as new growth begins, following the rate on a balanced garden fertiliser. Keep a newly planted specimen evenly watered through its first season; established plants can then follow the water needs above.
Pruning & care
Prune Marge Miller Camellia after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. For most gardens, it is low maintenance.
Using Marge Miller Camellia in the garden
Marge Miller Camellia earns its place for pots and courtyard containers, hanging baskets and a feature or specimen planting. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Marge Miller Camellia sits most comfortably beside plants adapted to regular, moderate watering and warm-temperate climate. A small cluster gives stronger visual impact than isolated plants scattered through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Marge Miller Camellia
Plant Sale lists Marge Miller Camellia as potted plants and advanced specimens. Use the quote builder above to ask about current stock, sizes and pricing.
