A naturally compact, upright sasanqua from the Australian Paradise series, with small glossy leaves and dainty white rose-form blooms. Its slim, dense habit makes it ideal for narrow hedges and formal pots.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 2 m H × 1 m W
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun and full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Paradise Little Liane Camellia
Camellia sasanqua 'Paradise Little Liane' is a slow-growing shrub in the Theaceae family. It reaches around 2 m tall and 1 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. White flowers appear in autumn and winter.
Where to grow Paradise Little Liane Camellia
Paradise Little Liane 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
Paradise Little Liane 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. For a screen, space plants about 60 cm apart.
Watering & feeding
Paradise Little Liane Camellia does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed as new growth begins, following the rate on a balanced garden fertiliser. During the first growing season, water deeply whenever the upper soil begins to dry, then reduce the frequency as roots establish.
Pruning & care
Prune Paradise Little Liane Camellia after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. It clips well, so trim two or three times a year for a formal finish. For most gardens, maintenance is low maintenance.
Using Paradise Little Liane Camellia in the garden
Paradise Little Liane Camellia earns its place for a fast screen or informal hedge, pots and courtyard containers, clipping into topiary 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
Paradise Little Liane 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 Paradise Little Liane Camellia
Plant Sale lists Paradise Little Liane Camellia as potted plants and advanced specimens. Availability is confirmed when you request a quote; use the panel above to register interest.
