Camellia Journal March - May 2022

Volume 77, NO. 1

Features

4 .. Shades of Green: "By Leaves We Live" ... Bradford King

informs us that green is the color of grass, leaves, and symbolizes growth. Camellia evergreen foliage and lovely flowers illustrate that "By Leaves We Live."

7 .. Spring Camellias ... Bradford King

reminds us that spring is a great time to pick and display camellias in your home. It is a joy to share them with family and friends.

10 .. Breathtaking New Camellias ... Bradford King

describes new camellias that are impressive in the garden and are winning at camellia shows. Which ones have you seen? All are worthy.

15 .. Gorgeous Peony Camellia Flowers ... Bradford King

writes there are thousands of beautiful camellia blooms, and some of the very best are peony formed. It is the mass of colorful petals that makes them gorgeous! A baker's dozen is captured by the camera's lens.

Departments

2 .. Spotlight ... Bradford King

shines the light on an outstanding miniature flower. 'Sue Kendall Variegated' was introduced by Don Kendall who named it for his wife.

19 .. In Search of Lost Loves ... Gene Phillips

declares we must find ways to preserve and reintroduce older varieties to a new generation of camellia lovers. This issue's featured lost love is 'Mrs. Jimmy Davis'.

20 .. The Best Camellias Bred in Oregon ... Bradford King

reports that camellias arrived in Oregon during the late 1800s, with the oldest plant believed to have been carried west by pioneers. There were 58 camellias registered in Oregon with the most popular being the miniature 'Fircone' and 'Fircone Variegated'.

23 .. Noteworthy Camellias for the 21st Century ... Emily Topham

with a preface by Mark Crawford informs us that 'Walter's Pretty One' was named for a fighter jet, not one of his six pretty daughters.

24 .. Chronicles of a Crazy Collector and His Loving Wife ... John Grimm

sought ... found ... and describes a visit to the Despeaux Garden. What a wonderful discovery to share with us.

Camellia Chronicles

News of Special Interest to ACS Readers