Dahlia ‘Rosea Elegans’
Among the prize takers at the great exhibition of dahlias held in Edinburgh in 1855, was ‘Rosea Elegans’. [Gard. Chron. 1855]. I have found no detailed description.
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
Listed in Addenda to the 1857 catalogue [A.20/1857].
Notes
Published Apr 21, 2009 - 03:01 PM | Last updated Sep 26, 2011 - 09:18 AM
| Family | Asteraceae |
|---|---|
| Category | |
| Region of origin | Garden origin, probably England |
| Synonyms | |
| Common Name | Florists’ Dahlia |
| Name in the Camden Park Record |
Dahlia Rosea Elegans |
| Confidence level | medium |