Dianthus caryophyllus Sharpe’s ‘Agitation’
For generic information on the garden Carnation and Picotee see Dianthus caryophyllus L. Sharpe’s ‘Agitation’ is a purple edged picotee. ‘When in a weak state the flowers are apt to come out of character, and then present nothing remarkable. On the contrary, when the layers are strong and well grown, it is one of the very best purple edges in cultivation, and would attract the eye in a moment amongst a thousand. It is fine in form, purity and marking.’ [Gard. Chron. 1846].
Horticultural & Botanical History
For further information on the Victorian Picotee see Dianthus caryophyllus Mathew’s ‘Ne Plus Ultra’.
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 12, 2009 - 02:54 PM | Last updated Aug 26, 2011 - 01:02 PM
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
|---|---|
| Category | |
| Region of origin | Garden origin, England |
| Synonyms | |
| Common Name | Florists’ Picotee |
| Name in the Camden Park Record | Picotee Sharpe’s ‘Agitation’ |
| Confidence level | high |