Sutcliffe's Sunset

New Zealand Camellia Bulletin, 1963, vol.III, No.4, p.5, Reg. No.17: A chance seedling of Odoratissima, originated by Mrs Irene Sutcliffe, Whakatane, New Zealand. The flowers are 12-14 cm across x 4-6 cm deep, semi-double to peony with 10-12 guard petals and 20 or more petals of varying size and shape. The colour is camellia rose (HCC.622), stamens old gold with cream filaments. Petals are heavily waved. Leaves are light green with coarse, sharp serrations. 12 cm long x 6 cm wide.