Dianthus caryophyllus Mansley’s ‘Robert Burns’
For generic information on the garden carnation see Dianthus caryophyllus L. Crimson bizarre. ‘Petals well formed, crimson red, white pure, colour well divided. [Gard. Chron. 1842]. ‘A fine and double flower.’ [Gard. Chron. 1843]. ‘Good pod and well formed petals, large flower, excellent colour and marker. This variety took the first prize at the London floricultural exhibition this year.’ It was described as a pink bizarre. [FC p.276/1842].
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 - 04:37 PM | Last updated Aug 26, 2011 - 05:12 PM
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
|---|---|
| Category | |
| Region of origin | Garden origin, England |
| Synonyms | |
| Common Name | Florists’ Carnation |
| Name in the Camden Park Record | Carnation Mansley’s ‘Robert Burns’ |
| Confidence level | high |