Camellia Sasanqua, Cotton Candy

This fall, enjoy the delicate blooms of this camellia sasanqua, also known as the Cotton Candy Camellia.

Camellia Sasanqua, more commonly known as Cotton Candy, is a type of camellia plant that produces pink flowers.

It’s a popular choice for gardens in mild climates, as it can tolerate colder temperatures than other camellias.

The Cotton Candy Camellia is a densely branched, upright evergreen shrub with abundant, soft powder pink flowers in fall.

This evergreen shrub has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers.

Its dark green leaves contrast dramatically with blooms.

The flowers have a sweet, cotton candy-like scent, hence its common name.

Cotton candy camellias are popular ornamental plants and are often used in bonsai.