Vigorous, upright, evergreen shrub, valued for luxuriant rich green foliage and medium,, semi-double, soft orchid pink flowers. Bred from Donation and very similar. Named after first US astronaut in orbit; first flowered that year.
Flower Colour : Semi-double, soft orchid pink
Flowering Time : Spring
Scented : No
Ultimate Height : 2.00 metres / 6 feet 6 inches
Parentage : x williamsii
Hardiness :
Group : Camellia Hybrids (williamsii)