Camellia sinensis ‘Rosea’ is a beautiful ornamental form of the classic tea plant, known for its soft pink blossoms with a gentle blush. This variety offers attractive evergreen foliage and elegant flowers that enhance garden borders, containers, and landscape settings. Its refined appearance and calm colour tones make it an excellent choice for ornamental tea gardens or decorative planting schemes. Easy to grow in mild to cool climates, it thrives in partial shade with well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
Key Features
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Soft pink flower form of Camellia sinensis
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Delicate blush-toned petals for ornamental appeal
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Evergreen foliage for year-round garden interest
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Suitable for borders, containers, and landscaping
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Thrives in partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil
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Ideal for decorative and ornamental tea garden designs
Specifications
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Botanical Name: Camellia sinensis ‘Rosea’
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Plant Type: Evergreen shrub
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Flower Colour: Soft pale pink
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Growth Habit: Upright, compact shrub
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Light Requirements: Partial shade to filtered sun
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Soil Type: Well-drained, slightly acidic soil
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Watering: Moderate, consistent moisture
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Hardiness: Suitable for mild to cool climates
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Uses: Ornamental planting, garden borders, landscape accents, tea garden aesthetics