Dianthus caryophyllus Chadwick’s ‘Brilliant’

For generic information on the garden carnation see Dianthus caryophyllus L.  Chadwick’s ‘Brilliant’ is a scarlet flake carnation.  The white was considered to be good, the ‘flower, however, is rather too thin.’  [Gard. Chron. 1843].

Horticultural & Botanical History

Elliot’s ‘Brilliant’ was ‘a rich scarlet flake, with a pure white ground. Petals of thick substance and fine form.’  [FC p.243/1848].

For further 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 Apr 09, 2009 - 05:26 PM | Last updated Aug 26, 2011 - 05:03 PM


More details about Dianthus caryophyllus Chadwick’s ‘Brilliant’
Family Caryophyllaceae
Category
Region of origin

Garden origin, England

Synonyms
Common Name

Florists’ Carnation

Name in the Camden Park Record

Carnation Chadwick’s ‘Brilliant’

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