An early to midseason southern highbush with a very short fruit development period. Origin: University of Georgia, Athens, GA by D.S. NeSmith. Camellia × Reveille; crossed 2002; selected 2005; introd. 2014; USPP 27,323; 1 Nov. 2016. Tree: highly vigorous; strongly upright with a very narrow crown; flowers 12-14 d after Star and Suziblue; per plant yields medium, but suitable for high density plantings; good leafing; estimated chilling requirement <500-550 h; suitable for fresh market; propagation via softwood cuttings or in vitro; self-fertile, but Camellia recommended for cross-pollination. Fruit: very large, 2.1-3.1 g; medium to light blue; picking scar medium, semi-dry; firmness and flavor good; generally ripens with Star in south and middle GA.
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