Camellia Japonica Kingyo-Tsubaki (Fishtail Camellia)
Camellia Japonica Kingyo-Tsubaki (Fishtail Camellia)
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Camellia Japonica Kingyo-Tsubaki (Fishtail Camellia) is a unique and highly ornamental evergreen shrub prized for its distinctive fishtail-shaped foliage and elegant rose-pink flowers. Its glossy dark green leaves split at the tips, giving the plant a rare and decorative appearance that makes it a standout feature in shaded gardens, courtyards, and formal landscapes.
During late winter to spring, this beautiful camellia produces graceful single blooms with soft pink petals and golden stamens, creating a charming contrast against the rich foliage. Perfect for customers wanting something different from a traditional camellia, Kingyo-Tsubaki offers year-round greenery, seasonal flowers, and excellent feature appeal for garden beds, borders, containers, and sheltered outdoor spaces.
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Mature height
2–3m
Mature width
1.5–2.5m
Spacing
1.5–2.5m apart
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Dark green glossy fishtail foliage, rose-pink flowers with yellow stamens
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Late winter to spring
Sun tolerance
Part shade to filtered sun
Maintenance
Low to moderate; plant in acidic to neutral, moist, well-drained soil, mulch well, water regularly while establishing, and prune lightly after flowering if needed
Root System
Shallow, fibrous root system; keep roots cool and moist with mulch and avoid heavy disturbance