English Kuhne Drews

English Kuhne Drews (C. japonica) ACS, Reg. No.2590.  American Camellia Yearbook, 2003, p62 with color photo p.c.C3. This 20-year-old C. japonica seedling first bloomed in 1986 and was originated and propagated by Rupert Drews of Charleston, SC. Plant: The plant is upright with slow growth rate, blooming early-midseason.
Flowers fall in one piece. Leaf: Light green leaves are 3¼ x 1½ inches.Bloom: This rose pink and white variegated anemone flower, with 38 petals and 180 petaloids measures 3½ x 2½ inches untreated, and 4 x 3 inches treated. Flower has pink anthers and white filaments and are long lasting. Awarded best seedling at Charleston Show in January, 2000 and best seedling at Savannah Show in November, 2001.