ALTRINCHAM, MANCHESTER, and BRAMHALL. 
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MEDALS, CERTIFICATES, 
and AWARDS . . 
have been accorded to our Exhibits of Carnations at 
the leading shows. 
CLIBRANS’ 
MALMAISON CARNATIONS. 
“THE FLOWER OF FASHION.” 
The great and rapidly increasing popularity of these lovely 
Carnations is of comparatively recent growth, and illustrates, 
in a remarkable manner, the results attendant upon skilful 
crossing and careful selection for the purpose of raising new 
varieties. Until a few years ago, the number of varieties 
was strictly limited ; in fact, excepting the old blush-dowered 
Souvr. de la Malmaison, many people were entirely un- 
acquainted with Malmaisons. Now, however, we have a 
wide choice of colours, ranging from pure white 'to deep 
crimson, embracing some delightful shades of rose, pink, 
cerise, salmon, scarlet, and other colours. All the varieties 
produce flowers of large size with stout petals, many of them 
possessing a delicious fragrance, making them doubly accept- 
able either for decorative use on the plant, or for cut flower 
purposes. 
Cultural Note. — Malmaison Carnations are of the easiest 
culture. They require the temperature of a cool greenhouse 
throughout the year, and abundance of fresh air at all times. 
During the winter season the plants should only be watered 
when absolutely necessary. It is far better for the health 
of the plant if it is kept a little too dry rather than have an 
over-supply of water. Care should be taken that the water 
is kept from the foliage, otherwise it is liable to cause rust. 
During the growing and flowering season the plants should 
have an abundance of water, and if the weather is bright, 
light shading will be beneficial. Should the plants become 
infected with green fly, it must be kept in check by fumigating. 
