The advantages of breeding with twenty-five percent Camellia reticulata hybrids

摘要

Camellia breeding is a part of the tradition of the Northern California Camellia Society (NCCS). Therefore, it is only natural that my backyard has gradually filled up with many seedlings. Camellia breeding is fun. Hybridizing has been a continuous process of learning, trial, surprise and disappointment. It requires time and effort to evaluate and improve the possible outcomes. The final reward can be sweet.