City of Newberg Camellia

The Camellia is the official flower of the City of Newberg. While most cities have official flowers, not many have their own registered variety; Newberg does. 

There are approximately 300 species and upwards of 3,000 cultivars (varieties) of Camellias. The City of Newberg is the common name of our unique variety.It was originated by Bryan Stewart, who is CPRD's Park and Landscape Director and also a founder of the Camellia Festival. It first bloomed in 2010, then was propagated by Daniel Charvet of Fort Bragg, California, who registered it with the American Camellia Societyin 2018 (ACS #3059).

Background: C. complex reticulata hybrid seedling of (C.pit.var.yun. x 'Purple Gown' x  C.pit.var.yun. x 'Guilio Nuccio') x 'Narumigata'

Bloom:  The large to very large sized 5.125" x 1.25" semi-double form flower is clear medium pink fading at the petal edges. It has bright yellow anthers and pale yellow filaments. This profuse bloomer falls in one piece, is long lasting, with fragrance and consistent form.

Plant:  The plant habit is upright and open. The growth rate is vigorous. The plant is suitable for landscaping and exhibition uses.

Leaf:  The dark green leaves have low serration and average 3.5" x 1.5".

Bloom season:  Early to midseason.