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be named, at all events when the names are known. The remarks in the 
present case apply chiefly to a number of hybrids of which neither names 
nor parentage were given, a condition of things which it ought to be pos- 
sible to remedy. Hybrids are now so numerous, and their parentage is 
becoming so complex, that unless some clue to the origin of their plants is 
given by the exhibitor it is almost impossible for the reporter to do them 
justice, and I believe that for this reason some interesting novelties have 
sometimes been overlooked. 
Horticulturally the Show was a great success, and the quality of the 
Orchids generally was well up to the average, while evidence of progress, so 
far as hybrids are concerned, was met with on all hands. Such a show 
entails an enormous amount of work on both officials and exhibitors, to 
whom the thanks of all who witness these beautiful displays will be accorded. 
A report was current that this might be the last of the series at the Temple, 
but let us hope it may prove incorrect, for, in spite of its limited area, it 
would be difficult to find another locality equally suitable in every respect. 
ARGUS. 
CALENDAR OF OPERATIONS FOR JUNE, 
By W. J. Morcan, Rann Lea Gardens, Rainhill, Lancs. 
CALANTHES.—Plants that are making strong growths and have filled their 
pots with roots should be top-dressed with some good turfy loam and cow 
manure, which will give them great assistance in making up their bulbs. 
They like plenty of water during their growing season, and alternate 
waterings may be given with liquid manure water until the bulbs are made 
up. Ventilate the house each day if possible, to prevent spot in the leaves, 
which latter should be examined occasionally to keep them clear of scale, as 
when grown with stove plants they will sometimes get scale on them, and if 
this is not cleaned off it soon takes all the substance out of the foliage. The 
leaves must be carefully handled, as they easily bruise. Keep the plants — 
well up to the light ; a shelf will suit them best, and they will make much 
sturdier growths. It is not always the largest bulbs which throw the best 
spikes, but well-ripened sturdy bulbs will produce strong spikes and well- 
coloured flowers. The leaves of the evergreen varieties should be kept very 
clean, as good foliage on them is most important when in flower, especially 
when used for grouping purposes, for the leaves when in good order are 
very ornamental. When grouped with other Orchids they help to relieve 
the flatness of the group. Most of the evergreen varieties are summer 
flowering. 
ANSELLIA AFRICANA and the allied species should now be making 
growths, and if in need of potting should be seen to as soon as the roots 
