Dianthus caryophyllus Puxley’s ‘Prince Albert’
A cultivar of Dianthus caryophyllus L. For generic information on the garden carnation see Dianthus caryophyllus L. Puxley’s ‘Prince Albert’ is a crimson bizarre carnation. ‘Good form, petals of fair substance, crimson very red, white pure, striping broad, colours well mixed.’ [Gard. Chron. 1842]. ‘Fine large flowers.’ FC p.254/1842]. ‘The scarlet and dark colours are rich, and upon a good white ground, fine form.’ [FC p.243/1848]. ‘Prince Albert’ is figured in the British Florist. [BF pl.19/1841]. ‘An uncertain flower, rather faint in colour, but large, and a desirable variety.’ [BF p.217/1844].
Horticultural & Botanical History
For information on Victorian Florists’ Carnations see Dianthus caryophyllus Smith’s ‘Duke of Wellington’.
History at Camden Park
In October 1849 a large consignment of plants was sent by Veitch and Sons, Exeter, to J. C. Bidwill at Camden Park. The consignment included named Carnations and Picotees, the present plant included. [MP A2943].
Notes
Published Jan 26, 2009 - 04:49 PM | Last updated Oct 01, 2011 - 04:29 PM
Carnation Puxley’s ‘Prince Albert’ | BF pl.19/1841 | RBGS
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
|---|---|
| Category | |
| Region of origin | Garden origin, England |
| Synonyms | |
| Common Name | Florists’ Carnation |
| Name in the Camden Park Record | Carnation Puxley’s ‘Prince Albert’ |
| Confidence level | high |