Dianthus caryophyllus Sharpe’s ‘Hector’
For generic information on the garden Carnation and Picotee see Dianthus caryophyllus L. Sharpe’s ‘Hector’ is a ‘light-edged red picotee, petals large and well formed, white very fine, edging irregular.’ [Gard. Chron. 1842]. A similar variety to Tolworthy’s ‘Isabella’ but of longer standing. [Gard. Chron. 1846]. ‘Light-edged, rose picotee: pod pretty fair; petals large and well formed; ground very pure; edging pretty regular. [FC p.43/1849]. ‘Another good flower; the white is waxy, edging good, and the habit of the plant most luxuriant. Should be grown by every one who has even only a small collection.’ [BF p.221/1844].
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 11, 2009 - 07:24 AM | Last updated Aug 26, 2011 - 05:09 AM
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
|---|---|
| Category | |
| Region of origin | Garden origin, England |
| Synonyms | |
| Common Name | Florists’ Picotee |
| Name in the Camden Park Record | Picotee Sharpe’s ‘Hector’ |
| Confidence level | high |