C. N. Hastie

Gerbing’s Azalea and Camellia Gardens Catalogue, 1941-1942: A camellia from Magnolia Gardens. Dark red, peony-like flower, measuring 10-12.5 cm across, distinguish this outstanding variety. Round, glossy and dark green foliage. Tall, symetrical growth. Listed in the catalogues of Magnolia Gardens and Nursery, 1942 to 1952 as their original vari­ety. Illustrated on p.137 of Sharp’s 1957 edition of Camellias Illustrated. Sport: C.N. Hastie Var­iegated.