Red Wings

SCCS, 1951, The Camellia. Its Culture and Nomenclature: Dark red. Medium large, semi-double with upright petals. Vigorous grower. A 12 year old seedling, of unknown parents, originated by Hugh Shackelford, Albany, Georgia, USA, that first flowered 1949. Flowers similar to Ville de Nantes. 13-15 cm across, with 22 petals. Flowers mid-season. Reg. No.160, American Camellia Yearbook, 1954.