Carnation named Epomeo

Abstract

A new standard carnation variety particularly distinguished by its continuous production of medium sized, Bright Red flowers during the mid season blooming period from Spring to Fall, the flowers being borne on long, sturdy, upright stems of a vigorous, upright bush of medium height which produces up to 8 stems per plant with a moderate amount of foliage and a vigorous upright growth habit having outstanding strength.

I claim: 
     
       1. The new and distinctive carnation cultivar, substantially as herein shown and described, particularly characterized by its high production of medium sized Orient Red flowers borne on long, strong, upright stems of the plant having many branches emitted near the ground and a moderate amount of foliage.