Dr. H.G. Mealing
A Summerville deep-red semi-double with prominently veined petals, tulip-shaped buds, and a very late bloom season — among the last japonicas to flower each year.
Originated by Walter Allan of Summerville, South Carolina, and first listed in the Walter Allan Nursery Catalogue of 1946. Fendig's 1950 description is vivid: a large deep red semi-double, ten to thirteen centimeters across by two-and-a-half deep, with prominently veined petals and stamens resembling those of 'Lady Clare.' The tulip-shaped buds open quickly. Notably a very late bloomer — among the last japonicas to flower each season. Leaves are dark green, unusually flat and stiff, oval. Growth is vigorous, spreading, and slender. Source: International Camellia Register.