Camellia japonica 'Francis Eugene Phillips'

New! (Fall 2018)  Everything about 'Francis Eugene Phillips' stands out when compared to other C. japonica cultivars.  Conspicuous, holly-like serration edges the variegated leaves, while profuse peony form flowers are bordered in white.

 » Bloom color, form, size: Pink/white, peony, large
 » Bloom period (NC):  Mid to late spring (Mar to Apr)
 » Growth rate, habit: Vigorous, upright
 » Zones: 7b-9
 » Features: Prolific bloomer, variegated leaves