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JOURNAL OF HORTICULTURE AND COTTAGE GARDENER. 
July 5, 1833. 
Evaporation is good, but root-watering better; still in very bright weather 
damping the walls and pipes is very refreshing. 1 will leave plant¬ 
shading to plant-growers. As, however, I grow a few Adiantums I may 
say they luxuriate in my coolest vineries, and have an agreeable appear¬ 
ance in contrast with the Grapes.— Cultivator. 
RICHMOND SHOW. 
June 28th. 
By a carefully maintained progressive advance the Richmond Horticul¬ 
tural Society’s Exhibition has been rendered one of the best in the neigh¬ 
bourhood of London, and with a continuance of the same judicious manage¬ 
ment there is little doubt that it will still further increase in popularity. 
The district is a good one horticulturally; and although really extensive 
gardens are few, there is a large number of moderate size in which examples 
of most skilful culture can be seen. The convenience of such a site as the 
Old Deer Park is another great factor in the success that has been attained, 
and the Society being powerfully and liberally supported by the local 
residents, has enabled the Committee to offer substantial prizes, the result 
being that in the majority of classes the competition is invariably keen. 
The Show for the present year was as good as its predecessors in many 
respects, but there was a noticeable falling-off in others, the collections 
and groups not for competition being scarcely so numerous. The fruit 
entries, too, we have seen more abundant. The plant classes were well 
filled, and some admirably grown specimens were contributed, Ferns, stove 
and greenhouse plants, Fuchsias, and others being in first-rate form. The 
weather fortunately proved more favourable than was expected in the 
morning, for with the exception of a few light showers the day'was dry 
though not bright. Visitors assembled in considerable numbers, but the 
absence of the President the Duke of Teck, and Princess Mary, undoubtedly 
had a somewhat deterring effect. 
ORCHIDS. 
At previous shows these have not usually been adequately represented, 
but there was a decided change for the better last Thursday, as five good 
collections were staged in the class for six specimens, mostly of considerable 
merit. Mr. Child, gardener to J. Bell, Esq., Garbrand Hall, Ewell, was 
adjudged first honours for a very beautiful group, comprising some remark¬ 
able specimens. Aerides Lobbi with two branching spikes, one having five 
branches, was very noteworthy, as was also Cypripedium Stonei major, a 
grand plant with five spikes, having a total of twenty flowers ; this is a fine 
variety of this beautiful species, and the plant is one of the largest and best 
in cultivation. Aerides odoratum majus with five spikes, Vanda suavis, and 
Brassia maculata were also of unusual merit. Mr. James, Castle Nursery, 
Lower Norwood, took the second position with several fine Cattleyas, gigas, 
Men deli (eighteen flowers), and Mossiae (fourteen flowers), the new and 
distinct Odontoglossum cordatum aureum having fine spikes of its yellow- 
tinted flowers. Mr. Wiggins, gardener to H. Little, Esq., was third, showing 
Vanda Dennisoniana well flowered, but apparently several plants in a pot, 
Dendrobium suavissimum, Thunia Marshallii, and Dendrobium Dearii with 
elev en spikes, an extremely good example, for which a certificate of merit 
was deservedly awarded. 
STOVE AND GREENHOUSE PLANTS. 
A large display has been provided in these classes, but very rarely have 
the plants been in better condition both as regards health and floriferous- 
ness. Messrs. Jackson & Son, Kingston, were well to the front with nine 
specimens, as even and neat as could be desired. The Ericas ventricosa, 
Bothwelliana, and ferruginea major were especially notable as beautiful 
examples of culture and training. Franciscea calycina major, Allamanda 
cathartics, and Statice profusa were similarly fresh and praiseworthy. 
Mr. Child was a good second, his plants being very healthy, and including 
amongst, the best Bougainvillea glabra, Clerodendron Balfourianum, and 
Aphelexis macrantha purpurea. The special prizes offered by F. Coleman, 
Esq., Cumberland House, Kew, for the best single specimen plant in 
flower brought a number of competitors, all showing very well. The chief 
struggle was, however, between Mr. Hinnell, gardener to J. Davies, Esq., 
Anglesea House, and Mr. Child, the former having a beautiful globular- 
trained specimen of Phcenocoma prolifera Barnesi, about 3 feet in diameter, 
in.perfect health and well flowered; the latter showing a magnificent 
Erica depressa over 4 feet in diamete]**and very healthy. The Judges 
hesitated over these two plants, ultimately deciding in favour of the 
Phcenocoma, a decision that was generally approved, though the merits of 
the two were so nearly equal. In the local class for six stove or green¬ 
house plants Mr. Bates took the lead, showing an extremely fine Impatiens 
Sultani about 4 feet in diameter, and almost covered with its bright rosy- 
scarlet flowers. 
Fuchsias were beautifully shown—tall conical-shaped plants, profusely 
flowered, and not too rigidly trained. Mr. T. Bond, gardener to Mrs. Evans, 
Beech Holme, New Hampton, was first with nine fine plants, Earl of 
Beaconsfield, Wave of Life, and Mrs. Lye being the best and brightest. 
Mr. Morrell secured the second position with smaller but similarly well- 
flowered plants. Messrs. Morrell and Prickett were the chief exhibitors 
in other local classes for Fuchsias, each staging good plants. 
Show and Fancy Pelargoniums were shown by Mr. C. Turner, Slough, 
and Mr. Wiggins, who were placed respectively first and second in the two 
classes, the plants being similar to those staged at the Pelargonium 
Society’s Show two days previous. 
FINE-FOLIAGE PLANTS. 
The general good quality of other exhibits was largely shared by these, 
especially in the class for the Duke of Buccleuch’s prizes, in which Mr. Munro, 
gardener to Lady Chichester, Cambridge House,Twickenham, won the first 
position with six fine plants. The Dracaenas were unusually good, vigorous, 
and handsomely coloured, D. Youngi and D. Baptisti being first-rate. Areca 
lutescens, too, was of considerable size, and several richly coloured Crotons 
were included. Mr. Gregory, gardener to J. F. Wigan, Esq., Bushy Bank, 
Twickenham, fellowed closely ; Caladium Belleymei, Corypha australis, and 
Croton variegatus being the most notable plants. Mr. Bates was third also 
with fine plants, his Ananassa sativa variegata being one of the best we have 
seen. 
FERNS. 
Several well-grown collections of Ferns were entered, though specimens of 
the gigantic dimensions sometimes seen at shows were absent. Mr. Morrell 
staged the best eight exotic species, Davallia Mooreana in the freshest health 
and with very large and handsome fronds forming the chief feature ; Gym- 
nogramma peruviana argyrophylla, Adiantum gracillimum, A. concinnum 
latum, and Microlepia hirta cristata constituting the best of the other plants. 
Messrs. Fromow & Son, Turnham Green, took the second place, their finest 
plants being Davallia bullata and Dicksonia antarctica. Mr. G. Stevens, 
Putney, was third with smaller plants. In the class for six specimens Mr. 
East, gardener to F. Wigan, Esq.’, Elm Lawn, East Sheen, won leading honours, 
followed by Messrs. Morrell & Prickett, gardener to Dr. Francis, Richmond, 
who were also the prizetakers for twelve hardy Ferns. Mr. East was also 
the most successful exhibitor of Caladiums, securing the premier award with 
six handsome plants. 
GROUPS. 
One of the leading classes provided in the schedule is that for a group 
of plants, in or out of flower, arranged for effect in a space not exceeding 
100 square feet, the prizes being £5, £4, £3, and £2. Four competitors 
entered the lists, and their groups, though differing greatly in style, all 
possessed considerable merit. Messrs. Hooper & Co., Covent Garden, were 
adjudged the premier award for a free arrangement of Palms, Aralias, 
Dracaenas, and the new Spiraea palmata, on a ground of Adiantums, Bego¬ 
nias, and Caladiums, the margin being formed of Gynura aurantiaca and 
Isolepis gracilis alternately, which had a very pretty effect. Mr. James 
took the second position with a choice collection- of Orchids (the Cattleyas 
being, very fine), Ferns, and Selaginellas ; but it was rather too thin, the pots 
being unpleasantly prominent. The latter defect was most carefully avoided 
in the third-prize group from Mr. Brown, Richmond, who had a somewhat 
flat ground of Adiantum cuneatum, Caladium argyrites, Asparagus plumosus, 
Crotons, and Coleuses, from which arose taller Palms, Dracsenas, Crotons, 
Spiraea palmata, &c. In general effect this was superior to the previous one, 
and many visitors thought it deserved the second place, in accordance with 
the terms of the schedule, though in value Mr. James’ group was far ahead. 
Messrs. Fromow & Son, Tumham Green, were fourth with a mixed arrange¬ 
ment of Palms, Kalosanthes, Liliums, Crotons, Gloxinias, and other similar 
plants. 
In the class for a group to occupy a ■ space of 50 square feet the prizes 
were offered by C. Turner White, Esq., of Kew, and the competition was 
very keen. Mr. Hinnell won the chief prize with a very simple but tasteful 
group, consisting of a centre Cocos, a Dracaena on each side, two similarly 
placed Aphelexes, with a ground of Adiantums and a few Gloxinias. Mr. 
C. Waite, The Gardens, Glenhurst, Esher, followed, having a pretty cqm- 
bination of Campanula pyramidalis alba, Begonias, Coleuses, Roses, and 
Gloxinias, neatly margined with Isolepis and Selaginellas. 
Gloxinias, Hydrangeas, Tuberous Begonias, table plants, and Achimenes 
were well represented, the first and last-named being very fine. The principal 
prizewinners were Messrs. Attrill, gardener to C. J. Freake, Esq., Bank 
Grove, Kingston; Sallows, Munro, Prickett, Bates, Hickle, gardener to W. 
Cunard, Esq., Lebanon House, Twickenham, Beckett, and Brown. 
Cut flowers were shown in good numbers, especially Roses, which were 
remarkably fine. In the nurserymen’s classes the blooms were fresh and 
bright. Messrs. C. Turner, Slough ; Paul & Sons, Cheshunt; and Rumsey, 
Waltham Cross, securing the leading awards. Amateurs also showed well, 
especially Mr. Warwick, gardener to J. P. Kitchin, Esq., Manor House, 
Hampton, who took the principal prizes. Messrs. Moorman, gardener to 
Miss Christy, Coombe Bank, Kingston ; Berry, gardener to_the Countess of 
Melville and Leven, Roehampton House; and J. Rae, gardener to W. Furge, 
Esq., Roselands, Teddington, secured the most important of the remaining 
awards. Stands of flowers, bouquets, and buttonholes, &c., were numerous, 
Messrs. Brown of Richmond, and Chard of Clapham Common, winning chief 
honours. Mrs. Bown, Gunnersbury, also contributed some pretty stands, 
winning the Duke of Teck’s prize. 
FRUIT. 
The leading class in this section was that for six dishes ; Mr. Hudson, 
gardener to J. Atkinson, Esq., Gunnersbury House, securing the first prize; 
Black Hamburgh and Foster’s Seedling Grapes, both well ripened and of 
good colour, Lord Napier Nectarines, Condor Peaches, and Scarlet Premier 
Melon being also fine. Mr. J. Fry, gardener to L. J. Baker, Esq., Haydon 
Hall, Eastcote, Pinner, followed with Muscat of Alexandria Grapes, Yiolette 
Hative Nectarines, and Grosse Mignonne Peaches amongst the best dishes. 
Mr. Hopkins, gardener to R. Thornton, Esq., Highcross, Framfield, Sussex, 
was third. For three bunches of black Grapes Mr. Hudson won chief honours 
in a class of seven competitors with magnificent bunches of Madresfield 
Court, grand in shape, size of berry, and colour. These well deserved their 
position, though possibly a few days later they would have been in even 
better condition. Mr. P. Feist, gardener to R. J. Ashton, Esq., Bishopsgate 
House, followed, and Mr. G. Thomson, The Gardens, Croxby House, Houns¬ 
low, was third. In the white Grape class Mr. Cakebread, gardener to Sir 
Philip Rose, Bart., Keymers, was first with Foster’s Seedling, Messrs. Feist 
and Wagstaff following closely, each with Muscat of Alexandria less perfectly 
ripened. In other local Grape classes Messrs. Munro, Barnes, Merry, Bates, 
and Wagstaff wore the winners. Mr. Heckle was first with a dish of Straw¬ 
berries, uncommonly fine examples of James Veitch large and well ripened. 
Vegetables were represented by several good collections, very fresh and 
well grown. Messrs. C. Waite, Higginson, Morrell, Coombes, Munro, and 
Edy securing the principal awards. The prizes offered by Messrs. Sutton 
and Sons, Reading, and Carter & Co., High Holborn, for Melons and 
Cucumbers were well contested, the latter being very largely shown. 
The Double White and Blue Campanula. —The former for 
indoor vase or bouquet decoration, or for effect in mixed borders, remem¬ 
bering how very little trouble it gives and its continuous blooming habit 
