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Specimen ferns were shown in great numbers, and 

 the collection of Nepliroplepsis shown b}- F. R. Pierson 

 were an education in themselves. 



I noticed a splendid specimen of the old favorite with 

 the big name — Gonophlebium subauriculatum — exhibited 

 by Mr. Xichols, superintendent for Mrs. Trevor, Yonkers. 



Space will not permit to review all the classes. Suffice 

 it to say that in nearly every class the high quality of 

 the exhibits were noticeable. 



Cinerarias, especially the stellata types, were magnifi- 

 cent, likewise the Begonia Glore de Seaux, with its large 

 bronze leaves towering some 6 or 7 feet. 



Special mention should be made of the Orchids ; they 

 were a show in themselves, and much more could have 

 been made of them, with a more original display. 



Whilst the Acacias and Ericas were not so numerous 

 this year, they were of high quality and were pleasing 

 features. 



The exhibit of Gloriosa was a notable one, but could 

 have been more impressively displayed. The individual 

 plants were perfect and show's its possibilities as a pot 

 plant. 



The Sweet Tea display was a truly remarkable one, 

 and one that I do not think has ever been surpassed at 

 this time of the year ; yet it was a pity to see some that 

 could have been most beautiful exhibits, spoiled by poor 

 arrangement ; close, tight bunches mounted on a wire 

 stand is no way to show up this beautiful and popular 

 dower. 



The table decorations proved an interesting and an 

 attractive feature, and brought out some keen competi- 

 tion, T. Aitchison and J. Canning each winning a first, 

 there lieing two classes. T. Aitchison had a dainty pink- 

 and-white decoration in his first prize Sweet Pea table. 

 J. Canning's table, w'hich was first in the other class, was 

 of a superior nature, and more elaborate than what is 

 usually attempted. He used a branching epergne rising 

 from a glass basin filled with water in which some gold 

 fish were gliding. The flowers used in the epergne were 

 Phalaenopsis amabile, and Lady Hillingdon roses, loosely 

 and gracefully arranged, whilst at the sides of the aqua- 

 rium were artistic sprays composed of lavender Schizan- 

 thus Primula Malacoides and Hillingdon roses, with one 

 or two pale lavender water lilies reposing on the surface 



.\ r,ENER.-\L VIEW OF SHOW FROM .\ .SECTION OF M.MN H.ALL. 



In the cut flower classes the quality was of a superior 

 degree. The roses were a feast, Hadley, Mrs. Russel, 

 Lady .Mice Stanley, Killarney Brilliant and Double 

 White Killarney, etc., all vieing with each other. Double 

 White Killarney, as shown by A. N. Pierson, I do not 

 think was ever shown finer. '\Vhilst the whole exhibit of 

 roses was a remarkable one and a popular one, as evi- 

 denced by the throngs surrounding them, this particular 

 vase of White Killarney was the cynosure of all. 



The display of cut roses, arranged for effect, brought 

 out two splendid groups, staged by A. N. Pierson and 

 F. R. Pierson, respectively. This w-as another great 

 drawing card, and one had only to pause near them to 

 hear on every side nothing but appreciation and com- 

 mendation from the ])ublic on the skill of these veteran 

 Rosarians. 



The Carnation classes were keenly contested, and the 

 flowers were excellent. The display arranged by the 

 Cottage Gardens was the finest thing ever seen in the 

 wav of exhibiting this po|)ular (lower. 



of the water. .Altogether it was a well-conceived and 

 ably-e.xecuted decoration and well deserved the much- 

 coveted silver cup. 



In conclusion I think tiie late show has been an in- 

 spiration to many of us. We made many new friends 

 and renewed acquaintances, and listened to wi.se coimcil 

 and comments, and have gone home with renewed vigor 

 and determination to win in whatever we have heretofore 

 failed. Viva la Neiv York Floicer Sliou-.' 



The list of awards among private growers follows: 

 SECTION A. 

 Plants in Flower — Private Growers. 



Three Acacias, ono or more varieties. Lord & Biirnliam prize: 

 1, Berton H. and Howard Howdon (gardener. Kzra E. Hicks), 

 Oceanic, N. J. 



Specimen Acacia, any variety, Knight & Struck Co.'s prize; 

 1. Mrs. F. A. Constable (gardener, James Stuart), Mamaroncck, 

 N. Y. 



Twenty-five Amaryllis plants in 25 varieties, silver cnp and .*25: 



