Dahlia ‘Beauty of Bedford’
Mayles’ ‘Beauty of Bedford’. ‘Most beautiful shaded purple, and may sometimes be obtained good enough for show, although not a first rate form.’ [FC p.12/1838].
Horticultural & Botanical History
For more information on the botanical and horticultural history of the Florist’s Dahlia see Dahlia pinnata Cav.
History at Camden Park
‘Beauty of Bedford’ is probably one of the ‘about 20 others’ referred to in reference to Dahlia Dodds’ ‘Mary’, which see. It was listed in a letter to Mrs. J. C. Wickham dated 16th August1844, and included in a consignment of plants which accompanied the letter. [MP A2933-2, p.6].
Notes
Published Apr 21, 2009 - 04:30 PM | Last updated Sep 26, 2011 - 08:42 AM
| Family | Asteraceae |
|---|---|
| Category | |
| Region of origin | Garden origin, England |
| Synonyms | |
| Common Name | Florists’ Dahlia |
| Name in the Camden Park Record |
Dahlia Beauty of Bedford |
| Confidence level | high |