Carnation plant named Ace High

Abstract

A carnation plant named Ace High which is an X-radiation induced color mutation from the commercial cultivar Ace, disclosed in U.S. Plant Pat. No. 4,667. The singular distinguishing trait of Ace High is the extent, distribution and intensity of the color pattern comprised of variegated light orange and scarlet red.

I claim: 
     
       1. A new and distinct cultivar of Dianthus caryophyllus, Linn., named Ace High as described and illustrated, and particularly characterized as to distinctiveness by the combined characteristics of commercial double flower type, flat, slightly reflexed form, miniature size of 45 to 65 mm. diameter, light orange with scarlet red variegated color, medium response, 6 to 8 flowers and buds showing color per stem, medium 10 to 12 cm. peduncle length, strong peduncle strength, and tall plant height.