Royal Coachman

American Camellia Yearbook, 1970. p.170, Reg. No.1093: An 8 year old chance seedling that first bloomed 1963. Originated by T.E. Croson, Simi, California, USA. Plant growth is upright, average and medium with small, dark green leaves. The semi-double ‘Donckelaeri’ (Masayoshi) type bloom is coral red with yellow anthers and filaments. Size, 12.5 cm across x 5 cm deep with 12 petals. Flowers early through mid-season.