Gene's Autumn Sunset
Yet another selection from the productive C. azalea × 'Royal Velvet' cross — Gene Phillips' autumn-blooming series from Savannah.
The fourth named selection from the C. azalea × C. japonica 'Royal Velvet' cross, reflecting Gene Phillips' dedication to developing autumn-blooming camellias from this productive hybrid line. The large red single flowers appear on vigorous, upright, dense growth. Listed locally as 'Gene's Autumn Sunset (Gene Philips).' Source: International Camellia Register.