Camellia sasanqua 'Hiryu' ~ Hiryu Camellia rain garden & dry creek and its ability to thrive

and its ability to thrive with less water and fertilizer reduces its environmental footprint

The heavy blooms of deep raspberry pink brighten as summer progresses and bloom from midsummer into fall

or near year round

Not much is known about the 'Ryan Gainey' variety

(5) Salicyna

Camellia sasanqua 'Hiryu' ~ Hiryu Camellia rain garden & dry creek and its ability to thriveHiryu Camellia is an evergreen shrub with a dense upright mounded habit and glossy dark green foliage year round. Profuse blooms of deep pink single to semi double flowers bloom from mid fall into winter attracting butterflies. Best blooms occur in partial sun and acidic, well drained soil. Hiryu is highly disease resistant. May also be sold as 'Scarlet Dragon' or 'Flying Dragon'. Type: Shrub Height: 6' 10 Spread: 6 10 Spacing: 8 USDA Hardiness Zone: