Louise Gerbing

American Camellia Yearbook, 1994, p.61, colour photo pp.64-65, Reg. No.2299: A very large red, semi-double C.reticulata that blooms early to mid-season. Originated by Marvin Jernigan, Warner Robins, Georgia, USA. The 14 year old seedling first flowered 1982. Average flower size is 13.3 cm across x 7.5 cm deep with 30 petals, white anthers and filaments. Plant growth is upright, open and vigorous in rate with dark green leaves 12.5 cm long x 3.5 cm wide.