Dianthus caryophyllus Sharpe’s ‘Invincible’
For generic information on the garden Carnation and Picotee see Dianthus caryophyllus L. Sharpe’s ‘Invincible’ is a ‘light-edged purple, petals well formed, white good, and edging regular.’ [Gard. Chron. 1842]. ‘Pod good; petals well formed; ground pure; edging pretty regular.’ [FC p.79/1949]. ‘Another ex. ex. flower, with more stuff than the last named [‘Nulli secundus’] though perhaps not quite equalling it in other respects, still a desirable variety.’ [BF p.220/1844].
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 12, 2009 - 02:57 PM | Last updated Aug 26, 2011 - 01:00 PM
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
|---|---|
| Category | |
| Region of origin | Garden origin, England |
| Synonyms | |
| Common Name | Florists’ Picotee |
| Name in the Camden Park Record | Picotee Sharpe’s ‘Invincible’ |
| Confidence level | high |