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Colin Mills, compiler of the Hortus Camdenensis, died in late November 2012 after a short illness. As he always considered the Hortus his legacy, it is his family's intention to keep the site running in perpetuity. It will not, however, be updated in the near future.

Dianthus caryophyllus Walliss’ ‘Beauty of Cradley’

For generic information on the garden carnation see Dianthus caryophyllus L.  Walliss’ ‘Beauty of Cradley’ is a scarlet flake carnation.  ‘Fine pod; rather thin, petals finely shaped, ribbed with intense scarlet; white not very pure.’  [Gard. Chron. 1843].  ‘The flowers are finely marked, but require bleaching, as they come out rather flushed.’  [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 - 04:23 PM | Last updated Aug 26, 2011 - 05:25 PM

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Family Caryophyllaceae
Category
Region of origin

Garden origin, England
Synonyms
Common Name

Florists’ Carnation
Name in the Camden Park Record

Carnation Walliss’ ‘Beauty of Cradley’
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