PREFACE. 



tested. While we introduce many new varieties, we recommend for gen- 

 eral culture only such as have been thoroughly tried. We give our personal 

 attention to every branch of the business, especially to grafting and bud- 

 ding, in order to insure certainty in our kinds. Our stocks have all been 

 transplanted, and are vigorous and healthy. 



Our long experience in growing and shipping the orange has, to some 

 extent, qualified us to choose varieties suited to the various locations and 

 purposes of our customers. We shall be glad to make selections for any 

 who may desire it. 



Correspondence from all persons interested in orange culture will receive 

 prompt 'attention. Those who are not desirous of purchasing trees will 

 please enclose a stamp for reply. 



Our nursery is centrally located on the direct route of the St John's 

 River steamers. All through boats stop at Lake George. The mail steam- 

 ers leave Palatka during the winter months every morning and return the 

 same day, giving about three hours at Lake George. 



