STANDARD OF POINTS FOR CARNATIONS 203 



to " sleep," i. e., withering. Thick, waxy petals do not 

 always denote keeping capacity. Only by careful test 

 can the keeping qualities be determined. 



Ten points are given to form. The petals may be 

 either serrated or smooth edged, but the guard petals 

 should lie flat and at right angles with the calyx, overlapping 

 enough to form a perfect circle in outHne. The center 

 should stand above the calyx one-half the distance of the 

 diameter of the flower, forming a half sphere. There should 

 be just enough petals to fill the center comfortably without 

 crowding. 



Fragrance is given only 5 points, not that it is not 

 considered a desirable attribute, but because it is so variable 

 under diff'erent conditions. While the trade refuses to 

 place a proper market value on fragrance, the breeder 

 should strive to develop this feature which we consider 

 one of the Carnation's greatest charms. That spicy odor 

 is inahenably associated with the Carnation in the pubhc 

 mind and should be developed. 



Having satisfied yourself that you have a variety that 

 shows improvement over existing varieties, you proceed 

 to woik up stock for the purpose of distribution among the 

 trade. It is essential that you continue the most careful 

 selection of the cuttings, in order that the variety's vitality 

 shall not be undermined. 



