Carnation plant `Gold Metal`

Abstract

The present invention relates to a new and distinct cultivar of carnation plant, named Gold Metal, originated by me by irradiating Carrier's Fiesta, U.S. Plant Pat. No. 5,410, distinguished from its parent as well as any other variety known to me by its Gold-Buff-Yellow color, its superior resistance to soil borne diseases, and its flowers that open fully without bursting the calyx and causing splits.

I claim: 
     
       1. A new and distinct cultivar of carnation plant named, Gold Metal substantially as herein shown and described, characterized particularly as to novelty by the unique combination of superior resistance to soil-borne diseases; large, slightly serrated flowers which open fully without bursting the calyx and causing "splits"; a distinctive and attractive Gold Buff-Yellow flower color which fades evenly and beautifully; a very vigorous and free-breaking plant habit; strong and straight stems; and good heat tolerance which is superior to that of the parent lines and the commercial standard, the so-called "Sim".