Dianthus ‘Bat's Double Red’ (p)
Synonym: Dianthus ‘Bat's Double Red’
Description:
Dianthus register records as raised by T Bat and notes that it is said to be of 18th century origin. Cited in Dianthus: Old fashioned pinks by Mark Trenear (a previous National Collection holder) he records that Enfield nurseryman, Thomas Bat, raised a number of pinks in the early 18th century.
Threat Status:
Threatened In Cultivation
As assessed by the Plant Heritage Threatened Plants Programme. For more details see www.plantheritage.org.uk/conservation/threatened-plants/
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