Melbourne Botanic Garden, 
25th August, 1857. 
Sir, 
I do myself tlie honor of transmitting a brief report on the present state of the Botanic 
Garden. It will not be without difficulty to report fully on the labors performed on this 
establishment during previous years, my functions formerly on this garden being very limited, 
whilst my absence from Victoria during Mr. Gregory’s expedition, renders it somewhat 
difficult to collect accurate information on the labors in this garden during that period. If, 
however, such information is deemed desirable, I will endeavor to furnish it at an early 
period. It remains to be observed, that the enclosed report does in no way bear upon my 
labors in the capacity of Colonial Botanist, but that in a distinct document at the close of the 
year information will be furnished of my progress in that direction. 
I have the honor to be, 
Sir, 
Your most obedient and humble servant, 
FEUD. MUELLER. 
The Honorable the President of the Board of 
Land and Works, &c., &c., 8c c. 
