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Gene Ploof

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Id:ICR-5952

CountryUnited States

Year Published/Registered1965

Cultivar Type:For Ornamental

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Scientific Name:Camellia japonica 'Gene Ploof'

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Julington Nursery Catalogue, 1965. American Camellia Yearbook, 1966, p.89, Reg. No.856: A 10 year old chance seedling that first bloomed 1959, originated by Julington Nurseries, Jacksonville, Florida, USA. Plant growth is average, open and medium in rate with light green leaves averaging 7.5 cm x 4 cm. The peony form bloom is bright pink with light yel­low anthers and light pink filaments. Size is 8.5 cm across x 5 cm deep and has 32-34 petals. It is a loose, peony form with centre petals wavy and folded, standing erect. Blooms mid-season.

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Flower Size8.9-9.5 cm

Blooming Season1-3 Month United States

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