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Purple Swirl
Species: Japonica
Color: Ashes of roses turning to rosy purple
Form: Formal double with five complete swirls of petals radiating from center
Size: Small
Bloom Season: M-L
Growth Rate: Vigorous
Growth Characteristics: Upright growth
Leaf Characteristics: Glossy dark green
Originator: Mrs. Ferol Zerkowsky
Place of Origination: U.S. - Slidell, Louisiana
Year of Origination / Registration: 1962 - ACS Registration #610 - first bloomed in 1951
Heritage: 1960
Photographer: Tommy Alden
ICR Link: http://camellia.iflora.cn/Cutivars/Detail?latin=Purple Swirl