PREFACE TO 26tli EDITION. 



More than three years have elapsed since the last edition of this Catalogue was 

 published. During that time we have found comparatively few varieties of Fruits 

 worthy of being added to our approved lists, hence, the changes in this edition are 

 not numerous. But we have carefully revised all the descriptions of the older fruits 

 and made those of the newer more complete and accurate. 



It is our endeavor, as far as practicable, to describe faithfully and correctly the 

 qualities and characteristics of the fruits offered. This effort is attended with a great 

 deal of labor and expense, but it is only by experiment that we can find out what is 

 valuable. 



To obtain correct information we secure all novelties of apparent worth, as soon as 

 they are offered. Then we give them a fair trial upon our experimental grounds and 

 report the results of our observations and investigations in our Catalogue. By this 

 means we hope to maintain the reputation which our Catalogue has had of being a 

 trustworthy guide to planters. 



In this edition tbe list of Grapes especially, has received a careful revision, and is 

 now very complete; all the new varieties having been collected and added. 



In compliance with the wish expressed by the American Pomological Society, we 

 have adopted the revised nomenclature employed in the Society's Catalogue. 



It is scarcely necessary to say, that no pains will be spared to maintain the character 

 for accuracy, promptness and fair dealing, which this establishment has earned during 

 the past forty-five years. 



Orders, however small, will receive prompt and careful attention. 



Our shipping facilities are unsurpassed, and packing is done in the best manner. 



Great inducements are offered to Nurserymen and Dealers, to whom we are pre- 

 pared to give the most liberal and accommodating terms. (See Wholesale Catalogue, 

 issued semi-annually — Spring and Fall.) 



We have concluded to embrace in this Catalogue the Small Fruits, except Straw- 

 berries. The Strawberry Catalogue will be issued separately, for the reason that it is 

 necessary to publish it annually. The Ornamental Department forms separate Cata- 

 logues. See page 4. 



Our correspondents' attention is requested to the notice on the following page. 



ELLWANGER & BARRY, 



