{"product_id":"camellia-chansonette","title":"Camellia Chansonette","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a127739-1a5c-83ec-9d3c-524a2be8113e-3\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-6a127739-1a5c-83ec-9d3c-524a2be8113e-3\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a127739-1a5c-83ec-9d3c-524a2be8113e-3\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-156\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"b156f332-436a-4fff-ad7c-605b2a376c44\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"q4m60r\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"34\"\u003eCamellia sasanqua ‘Chansonette’\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"36\" data-end=\"289\"\u003eCamellia sasanqua ‘Chansonette’ is a low-growing evergreen camellia valued for its cascading growth habit, glossy foliage, and masses of soft pink flowers. It is widely used as a groundcover, espalier, or feature shrub in shaded and semi-shaded gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"291\" data-end=\"518\"\u003eThe plant produces small, deep green glossy leaves that create dense year-round coverage. During autumn and winter, it becomes covered in semi-double soft pink flowers with golden centres, creating a colourful seasonal display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"649\"\u003eIts naturally spreading habit makes it distinct from more upright camellia varieties and ideal for softer landscape applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"654\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ma7m6t\" data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"671\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"673\" data-end=\"870\"\u003e‘Chansonette’ is prized for its graceful weeping growth and prolific flowering. It provides reliable colour through cooler months while maintaining attractive evergreen foliage throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"997\"\u003eIts spreading form makes it highly versatile for retaining walls, embankments, low hedging, and cascading container displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003eIt performs particularly well in partially shaded gardens with cool root conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"18918vg\" data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003eGrowth Habit and Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003eThis variety grows as a spreading, cascading evergreen shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1300\"\u003eIt typically reaches 0.5 to 1 metre in height, with a spread of approximately 1.5 to 2.5 metres. Growth rate is moderate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1evwddo\" data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1yjlpdk\" data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003eLight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1502\"\u003ePerforms best in partial shade to filtered light. Morning sun is beneficial, while protection from harsh afternoon sun helps maintain flower and foliage quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"rthh5f\" data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003eRequires regular watering during establishment and flowering periods. Soil should remain evenly moist but not waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1694\"\u003eMulching helps retain moisture and keep roots cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"p3fpbz\" data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1706\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003ePrefers rich, slightly acidic, well-draining soil with high organic content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"14lz4ze\" data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"1814\"\u003eTemperature and Climate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1815\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003eSuitable for temperate and subtropical climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"1924\"\u003eTolerates cool conditions and light frost once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"1929\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"s27ty0\" data-start=\"1931\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003eLow maintenance. Light pruning after flowering helps maintain shape and encourage denser growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2045\" data-end=\"2119\"\u003eFertilise during the growing season using a camellia or azalea fertiliser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2194\"\u003eMinimal shaping is generally required due to its natural cascading habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2196\" data-end=\"2199\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1lt9dvm\" data-start=\"2201\" data-end=\"2217\"\u003eCommon Issues\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2219\" data-end=\"2288\"\u003eYellowing leaves may indicate alkaline soil or nutrient deficiencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2290\" data-end=\"2360\"\u003eBud drop can occur from inconsistent watering or environmental stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2362\" data-end=\"2414\"\u003ePetal blight may affect flowers in humid conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2416\" data-end=\"2453\"\u003eScale insects may occasionally occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2455\" data-end=\"2458\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"mu966k\" data-start=\"2460\" data-end=\"2475\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2477\" data-end=\"2525\"\u003eCamellia sasanqua ‘Chansonette’ is suitable for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2527\" data-end=\"2672\"\u003eGroundcover planting\u003cbr data-start=\"2547\" data-end=\"2550\"\u003eCascading garden beds\u003cbr data-start=\"2571\" data-end=\"2574\"\u003eRetaining walls and embankments\u003cbr data-start=\"2605\" data-end=\"2608\"\u003eLow hedging\u003cbr data-start=\"2619\" data-end=\"2622\"\u003eContainer planting\u003cbr data-start=\"2640\" data-end=\"2643\"\u003eWoodland and shaded gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2674\" data-end=\"2751\"\u003eIts spreading habit and soft pink flowers create a graceful landscape effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2753\" data-end=\"2756\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"8r6oui\" data-start=\"2758\" data-end=\"2789\"\u003eSpecification and Care Chart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"2791\" data-end=\"4673\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"2791\" data-end=\"2891\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2791\" data-end=\"2891\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2791\" data-end=\"2816\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2816\" data-end=\"2891\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"2991\" data-end=\"4673\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2991\" data-end=\"3089\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2991\" data-end=\"3015\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3015\" data-end=\"3089\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCamellia sasanqua ‘Chansonette’\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3090\" data-end=\"3188\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3090\" data-end=\"3114\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3114\" data-end=\"3188\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eChansonette Camellia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3189\" data-end=\"3287\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3189\" data-end=\"3213\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3213\" data-end=\"3287\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eEvergreen flowering shrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3288\" data-end=\"3386\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3288\" data-end=\"3312\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3312\" data-end=\"3386\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e0.5 m to 1 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3387\" data-end=\"3485\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3387\" data-end=\"3411\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3411\" data-end=\"3485\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSpreading, cascading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3486\" data-end=\"3584\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3486\" data-end=\"3510\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3510\" data-end=\"3584\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3585\" data-end=\"3683\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3585\" data-end=\"3609\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLight Conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3609\" data-end=\"3683\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePartial shade to filtered light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3684\" data-end=\"3782\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3684\" data-end=\"3708\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDirect Sunlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3708\" data-end=\"3782\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMorning sun preferred\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3783\" data-end=\"3881\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3783\" data-end=\"3807\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eWatering Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3807\" data-end=\"3881\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eModerate; keep soil consistently moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3882\" data-end=\"3980\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3882\" data-end=\"3906\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSoil Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3906\" data-end=\"3980\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eRich, acidic, well-draining\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3981\" data-end=\"4079\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3981\" data-end=\"4005\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDrainage Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4005\" data-end=\"4079\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eEssential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4080\" data-end=\"4178\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4080\" data-end=\"4104\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4104\" data-end=\"4178\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eTemperate to subtropical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4179\" data-end=\"4277\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4179\" data-end=\"4203\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFrost Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4203\" data-end=\"4277\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLight frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4278\" data-end=\"4376\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4278\" data-end=\"4302\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4302\" data-end=\"4376\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4377\" data-end=\"4475\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4377\" data-end=\"4401\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMaintenance Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4401\" data-end=\"4475\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4476\" data-end=\"4574\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4476\" data-end=\"4500\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFertiliser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4500\" data-end=\"4574\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCamellia or azalea fertiliser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4575\" data-end=\"4673\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4575\" data-end=\"4599\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eToxicity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4599\" data-end=\"4673\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eNot commonly regarded as toxic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4675\" data-end=\"4678\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"18samou\" data-start=\"4680\" data-end=\"4720\"\u003eFAQ – Camellia sasanqua ‘Chansonette’\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4722\" data-end=\"4841\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4722\" data-end=\"4761\"\u003eWhat makes ‘Chansonette’ different?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4761\" data-end=\"4764\"\u003eIts low-growing cascading habit makes it ideal for spreading groundcover use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4843\" data-end=\"4920\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4843\" data-end=\"4867\"\u003eWhen does it flower?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4867\" data-end=\"4870\"\u003eFlowering usually occurs during autumn and winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4922\" data-end=\"5005\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4922\" data-end=\"4945\"\u003eDoes it need shade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4945\" data-end=\"4948\"\u003eYes, it performs best in partial shade or filtered light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5007\" data-end=\"5107\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5007\" data-end=\"5041\"\u003eCan it be used as groundcover?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5041\" data-end=\"5044\"\u003eYes, it is widely used for groundcover and embankment planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5109\" data-end=\"5207\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5109\" data-end=\"5144\"\u003eHow often should it be watered?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5144\" data-end=\"5147\"\u003eKeep soil evenly moist, especially during flowering periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5209\" data-end=\"5310\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5209\" data-end=\"5234\"\u003eHow big does it grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5234\" data-end=\"5237\"\u003eTypically reaches 0.5 to 1 metre high and spreads 1.5 to 2.5 metres wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Nurso","offers":[{"title":"200mm","offer_id":51857495261480,"sku":null,"price":34.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":51570839945512,"sku":null,"price":108.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/6847\/6200\/files\/ChatGPTImageMay25_2026_03_51_12PM.png?v=1779688283","url":"https:\/\/www.thenurso.au\/products\/camellia-chansonette","provider":"The Nurso","version":"1.0","type":"link"}