Staking & Espalier

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Staking

It is advisable to stake your camellia when you plant. As your sasanqua grows the new growth often bends over until the wood hardens. By staking you will produce a larger plant more quickly. Drive the stake in 3-5cm from the trunk and loosely tie the plant to the stake with soft twine, velcro strips or linen, etc. Use a stake taller than the plant so that as the plant grows you can continue to stake it.

Espalier

Camellia sasanquas are ideal for espalier. Their glossy foliage and prolific flowering habit are perfect for training fan-like against a wall, fence or lattice work. In addition, tolerance to most garden soils and aspects makes the Camellia sasanqua one of the best plants to espalier. Some varieties are better than others; those with arching branches are the most desirable.