Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia

Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia

$890.00

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Size: 50cm

50cm 90L - Cone Form

Current Stock Height Guides

90L pot: Total plant height approx 1.5 – 1.9 m. Base diameter approx 0.6 – 0.8 m tapering to a point. Specimen-grade, pre-clipped and ready to place.

Height guide disclaimer: Height ranges are approximate only. As living products, plant heights naturally vary between individual plants, batches, and seasons. No guarantee is given that supplied plants will fall within the stated range. If minimum heights are required, you mustconfirm current batch heights with Evergreen Trees Direct prior to purchase. Variation in height is normal and is not grounds for return, refund, replacement, or compensation.

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: Maintained as cone topiary

Mature Width: Maintained as cone topiary

Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia is expected to grow 20 - 30 cm per year.

Root Ball Dimensions

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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About Your New Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia

Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' is one of the most widely grown Australian sasanqua cultivars, chosen for its naturally upright compact habit, dense glossy foliage and prolific soft pink flowering. Flowers are single, soft mid-pink with bright yellow stamens, produced from late autumn through winter, typically May through July in Australia, when most gardens are without flower.

It performs reliably in full sun to part shade with humus-rich slightly acidic soil, is frost tolerant once established and copes with most warm temperate to subtropical positions. The upright habit means it holds a narrow footprint, which suits it to hedges along boundaries and driveways where width is tight.

The 50cm is the natural bushy form, supplied as a shrub for hedging, screening and feature planting, and it clips into whatever shape you want. The 90L Cone Form is a specimen already trained into a formal upright pyramid, pre-clipped and ready to place, with no training required and years of growing-on already done.

Cones suit formal entrances, gate approaches, the corners of formal beds, courtyards and paired plantings in decorative pots. Either form gives year-round structure and a strong winter flowering display.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda'

What is Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda'?

'Lucinda' is one of the most widely grown Australian sasanqua cultivars, valued for its naturally upright compact habit, dense foliage and prolific soft mid-pink single flowers through winter. It is a dependable hedging, screening and formal garden plant.

What sizes and forms are available?

Two. The 50cm is the natural bushy form for hedging, screening and feature planting. The 90L Cone Form is a specimen already clipped into a formal upright pyramid, ready to place. The cone costs more because the training and the growing-on time are already done for you.

When does 'Lucinda' flower?

In Australia, 'Lucinda' flowers from late autumn through winter, typically May through July, with light flowering possible into August in cooler regions. The flowers are single, soft mid-pink with bright yellow stamens, and the display lasts several months when most other garden plants are dormant. Flowering is lighter on heavily clipped plants.

How tall are the 90L cones?

The 90L cones are specimen-grade, with a total plant height of approximately 1.5 to 1.9 metres. Base diameter is approximately 0.6 to 0.8 metres tapering evenly to the top. Each plant is well-rooted, in proportion to the pot and pre-clipped to a consistent cone form.

Where does 'Lucinda' grow best?

'Lucinda' performs reliably across warm temperate to subtropical Australia, from subtropical Queensland through coastal NSW, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and into the tablelands. It prefers full sun to part shade with humus-rich slightly acidic soil and protection from harsh afternoon sun in hot inland areas. Avoid tropical Queensland and very alkaline soils.

Is 'Lucinda' frost tolerant?

Yes. 'Lucinda' is frost tolerant once established and handles light to moderate frost without damage to foliage or flower buds. Young plants benefit from protection in their first winter in heavily frost-prone inland positions.

How do I prune the Cone Form?

Clip lightly twice per year, once after flowering in late winter and again in late summer. Work from the top down, maintaining the pyramid taper from the wider base to the top point. Step back regularly to check the symmetry from several angles. Avoid heavy cutting into bare old wood, which can be slow to reshoot.

How do I care for 'Lucinda'?

Water regularly during the growing season to keep the soil evenly moist but never waterlogged. Feed with an acid-loving plant food in spring and again after flowering in late winter. Mulch annually with an acidic mulch like pine bark and keep the mulch clear of the trunk. In pots, step up the pot size every two to three years to support continued root health.

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Trachelospermum jasminoides, commonly called Star Jasmine, is an evergreen twining climber, and despite the name it is not a true jasmine. Stems wind through wire and lattice and build a woody framework over time, carrying oval, glossy dark green leaves. Scented white flowers shaped like five pointed stars open through spring and summer.

Full sun gives the heaviest flowering, though it grows perfectly well in part shade. Any free draining soil will do. Growth is moderate at 30 to 50 centimetres a year. It is frost tolerant once established, handles salt wind and short dry periods, and performs from Perth and Adelaide through to Sydney and Brisbane.

On a fence or wall it covers 2 to 3 metres of support, more with age and training. Left unsupported it spreads as a groundcover 30 to 45 centimetres deep, useful on batters and under established trees. It is the standard answer when a boundary needs green cover without the bulk of a hedge.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Star Jasmine

What is Star Jasmine?

Trachelospermum jasminoides is an evergreen twining climber from east Asia, and despite the common name it is not a true jasmine. It builds a woody framework of stems carrying glossy dark green leaves, and produces scented white flowers shaped like five pointed stars. It is grown as a climber, a groundcover or a clipped cover.

How fast does Star Jasmine grow?

Growth is moderate at about 30 to 50 centimetres a year once established. The first year is slow while the roots develop, and the pace picks up noticeably in the second and third seasons. Regular water and a spring feed speed things along, and plants tied in early cover a fence faster than those left to find their own way.

Does Star Jasmine need sun or shade?

It grows in full sun through to part shade. Full sun produces the tightest growth and by far the most flowers, while shaded plants stay leafier with sparse flowering. In hot inland gardens some afternoon shade prevents leaf scorch. Against a west facing wall, make sure the roots stay mulched and watered.

Is Star Jasmine frost tolerant?

Yes, established plants handle light to moderate frost without damage, though the leaves often take on a bronze or purple tone through winter and green up again in spring. Young plants in their first winter are more vulnerable and benefit from a sheltered position or a temporary cover in cold inland districts.

Can Star Jasmine be used as a groundcover?

Yes. Left without support it spreads sideways into a dense mat roughly 30 to 45 centimetres deep, which is a common way to cover batters, median strips and the ground under established trees. Space plants about 1 metre apart for cover within two seasons, and trim the runners back off paths.

Is Star Jasmine suitable for coastal positions?

It handles coastal conditions well, including salt laden wind and sandy soil, provided it is not in the front line of direct salt spray. Improve sandy ground with compost before planting and mulch to hold moisture. It is used widely on coastal fences and retaining walls along the eastern and southern seaboard.

How do I care for Star Jasmine?

Water through the first two summers, after which it asks for very little. Prune after flowering, cutting back long runners and thinning the framework if it has built up thick and woody. It takes a hard cut back and reshoots. Feed in early spring. Wear gloves when pruning, as the milky sap can irritate skin.

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Uses in my Garden

Feature Tree
Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots
Shrubs

Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia works in an:

Cottage Garden – romantic mix of flowers, colour, and texture.
Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
Japanese Inspired – serene balance of form, foliage, and flow.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.
Heritage / Traditional Garden – timeless, classic plantings for period homes.
Contemporary / Architectural Garden – striking forms for bold design statements.

Is Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia Evergreen or Deciduous?

Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: Maintained as cone topiary

Mature Width: Maintained as cone topiary

Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia is expected to grow 20 - 30 cm per year.

Growth Rate of Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia

Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia is expected to grow 20 - 30 cm per year.

They are considered to have a:

Slow Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia

Is Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia frost tolerant?

Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Does Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia Flower?

Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' Cone produces soft mid-pink single flowers with bright yellow stamens through late autumn and winter, typically May through July in Australia. Each bloom measures approximately 5 to 7 cm across, and the display lasts for several months when most other garden plants are dormant.

Does Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Autumn
Winter

Flower Type:

Star
Pollinator-attracting

Flower Colour:

Pink

Is Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia an Australian Native Tree?

No

Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia is Native to China and Japan. The parent species Camellia sasanqua is native to the evergreen broadleaf forests of southern Japan and the East China Sea region. 'Lucinda' is an Australian cultivar selected for its naturally upright compact habit and prolific soft pink single flowers.

What is the Wildlife Value of Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia ?

Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' Cone provides winter nectar for native bees, honeybees and other pollinators when few other flowering plants are in bloom. The dense evergreen cone also offers small shelter opportunities for garden birds throughout the year.

How much Sunlight does Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia need?

Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preferred Soil?

Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' performs best in humus-rich, well-drained slightly acidic soils with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5. Alkaline conditions cause iron deficiency and yellowing of the foliage. Improve drainage in heavier soils with coarse sand and compost, and mulch annually with an acidic mulch like pine bark to maintain soil conditions.

Is Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia Drought Tolerant?

Is Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia Drought tolerant?

Through establishment 'Lucinda' benefits from regular watering to build a strong root system. Once established it tolerates short dry periods but performs best with consistent moisture, particularly through hot summer months when flower buds are forming. Cones in pots need more attentive watering than in-ground plantings.

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How To Plant Your Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia

Select a position with full sun to part shade and well-drained slightly acidic soil. Avoid heavily alkaline soils and exposed positions in hot inland areas.

Dig a hole twice the width and the same depth as the root ball. Mix compost or well-aged manure through the backfill. Position the root ball with the top sitting level with the surrounding soil and backfill, firming gently.

Water in thoroughly and apply a 50 to 75 mm layer of acidic mulch like pine bark over the root zone, keeping the mulch clear of the trunk. Water deeply once or twice weekly through the first growing season.

For pot placement, choose a decorative pot at least 50 cm in diameter, use a quality potting mix designed for acid-loving plants and ensure good drainage.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia

Entrance Pairs: Place in matching decorative pots either side of an entrance, gate or pathway.
Formal Pathway Lining: 1.2 – 1.8 m apart for a rhythmic clipped line.
Feature Specimens: Standalone in urns or as anchor points in formal beds and courtyards.

Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia is expected to grow 20 - 30 cm per year.

Slow Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia

Water regularly during the growing season to keep the soil evenly moist but never waterlogged. Feed with an acid-loving plant food in spring and again after flowering in late winter. Clip the cone lightly twice per year, once after flowering and again in late summer. Work from the top down to maintain the pyramid taper. Mulch annually with an acidic mulch like pine bark, keeping the mulch clear of the trunk. In pots, step the pot up in size every two to three years to support continued root health.

Planting Your Camellia sasanqua 'Lucinda' – Lucinda Camellia in Different Soil

Loam soils: Ideal, particularly when humus-rich and slightly acidic.

Sandy soils: Performs well provided organic matter is added regularly and watering is consistent.

Clay soils: Heavy clay must be improved with coarse sand, gypsum and compost. Raised mounds or large pots are the best options in heavy clay.

pH preference: Slightly acidic, between 5.5 and 6.5. Alkaline soils cause iron deficiency and yellowing. Use iron chelate and acidic mulch like pine bark to correct.