HERB - List 5 of 7 - Herbs etc. for Windows and Pots

[ND Wederstrandt]

 Carnation in Tusser's references refers to the colour of the flower rather
than a plant.  The large modern carnation  is related to the pinks or
dianthus  and may not be within period (hedging 'cuz I have no books with
me today)

The colour carnation was very popular in the Elizabeth period as a colour
to wear so I think it must have been important to have flowers in the
"fashion" colors as well.  It's a pinkish flesh color.  Krayola crayon used
to have in their big box of colours....


I'm curious what "flower nice" means.  Is it a reference to a flower from
Nice or was it a "nice" flower or was it a speific name.... Also flower
"gentle" and Indian eye...  (no books, no books.....)
Clare


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