Dianthus caryophyllus Ely’s ‘Lord Milton’
For generic information on the garden carnation see Dianthus caryophyllus L. Ely’s ‘Lord Milton’ is a crimson bizarre carnation. ‘Petals large and well formed, crown fine, colours very distinct.’ [Gard. Chron. 1842]. ‘A great favourite; form good; colour high and well distributed; extremely apt to run, but, when in colour, first rate.’ [Gard. Chron. 1843]. ‘Well formed flowers, not large, but clean, and well filled with colour.’ [FC p.254/1842].
Horticultural & Botanical History
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 08, 2009 - 04:32 PM | Last updated Aug 26, 2011 - 05:20 PM
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
|---|---|
| Category | |
| Region of origin | Garden origin, England |
| Synonyms | |
| Common Name | Florists’ Carnation |
| Name in the Camden Park Record | Carnation Ely’s ‘Lord Milton’ |
| Confidence level | high |