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Atomic Red

Last Updated:2023/6/14 15:29:49 By:wangzhonglang
1935

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Id:ICR-844

CountryUnited States

Year Published/Registered1954

Cultivar Type:For Ornamental

AGM Type

Scientific Name:Camellia japonica 'Atomic Red'

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Meaning

Synonym

Yuanzihong  Gao, Jiyin, 1998, The World's Best Camellia Cultivars, p.15. Synonym for Atomic Red.

Description

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American Camellia Yearbook, 1954, p.302, Reg. No.158: A 9 year old chance seedling; originated by Hugh Shackelford, Albany, Georgia, USA. First bloomed 1950. Plant growth, open and slow. Leaves, small, narrow and dark green. Flower buds, round, brilliant red. Flower, semi-double, similar to ‘Donckelaeri’ (Masayoshi). Colour brilliant red, 10-12 cm in diameter. Flowers mid-season. Sport: Atomic Red Variegated.

Flower

Flower Size10-12 cm

Blooming Season1-3 Month United States

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