Strike it Rich

American Camellia Yearbook, 1972, p.136, Reg. No.1211: A 10 year old chance reticulata seedling that first bloomed 1964. Originated by Richard F. Roggia, San Jose, California, USA. Plant growth is rapid with dark green leaves, 11 cm x 7.5 cm. The semi-double, Frizzle White type, bloom is clear pink with yellow anthers. It has 60-70 petals and a few petaloids and is 13-15 cm across. Blooms mid-season.