Junie Girl

New Zealand Camellia Bulletin, 1986, vol.XIV, No.5, p.10, Reg. No.237: Hybrid of C.saluenensis x C.japonica Betty Sheffield Supreme, raised by Colin Spicer, Feilding, New Zealand. The plant is 16 years old and first bloomed 1973. A rapid grower with an upright habit and pale green leaves, 7-9 cm long x 3-4.5 cm wide. The large, loose, peony form flowers are 10-14 cm across x 6-7 cm deep. The colour is white in the centre, shading out to very pale pink. Long flowering season from early to late. Orthographic error: 'June Girl'.