Rocco

American Camellia Yearbook, 1992, pp.37, 38, Reg. No.2262: A very large, rose red semi-double, C.reticulata Mouchang x ‘Purple Gown’ (Zipao), that blooms early to late season. Originated by Jack Mandarich, Menlo Park, California, USA. The 11 year old seedling first flowered 1985. Average flower size is 13 cm across x 5.5 cm deep with 18 petals and golden anthers. Commercially introduced 1991 by Dean’s Nursery, Lucedale, Catalogue. Plant growth is upright and average with dark green leaves 13 cm long x 5.5 cm wide.