August 28, 1890. J 
JOURNAL OF HORTICULTURE AND COTTAGE GARDENER. 
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At different parts of the river there are three most beautiful 
views ; the dell here was most enchanting, Mountain Ash in berry 
contrasting so well with the other shades of forest trees. 
The party entered the Old Deer Forest at a point called the 
“ East Nab,” and viewed some fine old gnarled Oak trees, which the 
party thought ought to be photographed, as they are now in the 
age of decay, having been planted it is supposed nearly 1003 years 
ago. They are about 50 feet high. The party here viewed what is 
termed the Yalley of Desolation, which is so called because a tremen¬ 
dous flood once devastated trees and all before it. However, at 
the time of our visit it had not much semblance to that appellation, 
but quite a cheery aspect instead. Another beautiful waterfall 
was here inspected of over 40 feet high, quite perpendicular and 
precipitous in the arrangement of the threatening boulders that 
threatened to come down in the seething cauldron below. The 
plantations under Mr. A. Mitchell’s care are 1721 acres, and there 
are twenty-eight miles of walks in them, which are at least 
cleaned twice a year, principally for the convenience of visitors. 
Several plantations were here viewed, which were interesting to 
the Society. One plantation of 194 acres had been planted by Mr. 
Mitchell, and included trees nine, six, and four years old, princi¬ 
pally of Larch, which were free from disease, this never 
appearing till they are about fifteen years old. The subsoil is a 
yellow clay, accompanied with a sandy grit. Barden Fell Wood 
was also visited, including Larch and Scotch FD, all in a very 
healthy condition. The party then inspected Barden Tower, also 
Pembroke Seat, of which there is a splendid view, rich in wood¬ 
land and valleys, with the continual roar of the Wharfe over its 
rocky course. 
The party from here adjourned to Strid Cottage, the house of 
their esteemed guide, Mr. J. Mitchell, where a sumptuous 
luncheon had been prepared by order of the Duke of Devon¬ 
shire. The Strid Cottage is a fine Gfothic structure, large and 
spacious, with a terraced garden in front, and there is a fine 
home nursery where Mr. Mitchell grows thousands of seedling 
trees. After luncheon, as Mr. Bernard Cowan the night before 
had carried a proposition that lady members be admitted to the 
Society, on the motion of Coroner Graham, seconded by Mr. Wm. 
Fell, it was decided that Mrs. Mitchell be the first honorary 
lady member in recognition of the kindness shown by her to 
the party. A vote of thanks to the Duke of Devonshire and Mr. 
Temple, a quick move back to catch the train brought the Society’s 
two-days trip to an end, and it may be safely said that the members 
received much valuable instruction from their outing, accompanied 
on all sides by a genuine Yorkshire welcome. This will be remem¬ 
bered by the Society as one of their most successful excursions. 
—Bernard Cowan. 
FJJCHSIAS FOR BEDDING. 
That Fuchsias are destined to take high rank in the embellish¬ 
ment of the flower garden in the future does not admit of a doubt. 
Every year’s experience more fully proves their value. Whether in 
sunshine or rain they continue flowering, and planted in beds or 
borders have a charming effect. At Heckfield Fuchsias were 
favourites with the late Mr. Wildsmith, and effectively employed 
in the flower beds on the terrace there. Grouping several plants 
together on slightly raised mounds on the grass, choosing free- 
growing varieties of a wavy habit, displays them to the best 
advantage. Specimens from 4 to 5 feet high, or rather more, are 
suitable for this purpose, those of less size not being sufficiently 
imposing in appearance, nor should the plants be less than 2 feet 
through at the base ; the branches should be graceful and glowing, 
not having been pinched too late before flowering commences. 
Arranged in groups of three or more plants together of one variety, 
with a lawn space of quite G feet between them, a pleasing effect is 
produced. The pots are plunged over their rims, and the roots 
well supplied with water. If the position is partially shaded 
so much the better for the successful growth of the plants ; 
hot sun with a parching dry air not being the best of weather for 
Fuchsias. 
To have the plants in good condition for this form of decoration 
they need preparing by striking cuttings in the autumn, keeping* 
the plants steadily growing during the winter months, and affording 
them a season’s growth in the greenhouse until large enough for 
the purpose. The following year they will be quite ready to take, 
when large enough, their place on the grass, or if some are employed 
in the beds these will come in as specimens for the grass. Those 
less than 2 feet high, when needed for large beds, are useless for 
giving immediate effect. Whether for beds or as specimens on the 
grass, a special system of preparing the plants in the spring must 
be practised. They must not be grown in heat with the idea of their 
attaining a large size previous to placing them out, and then expect 
them to flourish. Much more likely are they to shed a great number of 
leaves. The plants should be prepared in cool quarters, to induce 
a stocky hardy growth, so that when planted they will take freely 
to their new quarters. In hot dry weather Fuchsias enjoy plenty o£ 
moisture at the roots, and indeed they must have it if success is ex¬ 
pected. The manner of planting and the arrangement on the grass 
must be left to personal taste, but in my opinion a mass of one 
variety is preferable to mixing the colours, which gives a too 
“ spotty ” appearance. Having recently had opportunities of in¬ 
specting many varieties besides those we grow here, I give a list of 
the most suitable for planting out. 
Annie Earle .—This is a free flowering variety, having very 
short blooms, yet is most effective. 
Mrs. Marshall.— Most profuse in flowering, having a graceful* 
habit, one of the best. 
Madame Cornellison .—Although an old variety, still one of the 
best. The habit is somewhat stiff, and bears abundance of bright 
looking flowers. 
Rose of Castille .—A well known free blooming variety, of a?, 
somewhat erect yet free and floriferous habit of growth. 
Tower of London .—Yery suitable for outdoor growth. The- 
flowers have a bold appearance, and are of large size. 
Daniel Lambert .—Scarlet and purple ; free in growth and 
effective. 
Henry Broolcs .—Free flowering, and well adapted for the purpose 
in question. 
Elegans .—Bushy habit, short-jointed growth, very free in 
blooming. 
Charming .—This is especially graceful. The foliage pale green, 
the flowers borne freely in graceful clusters. 
Lord Deaconsfield .—A pale self-coloured red. The tube is of 
extra length, strong growth, and a most effective variety, especially 
on grass. 
Annetti .—This having very large foliage has a bold appearance. 
It does not flower well in the shade, but in the open its bright red- 
flowers are freely produced.—E. M. 
Events op the Week.— To-day (Thursday, August 28th) is held 
the Show of the Oxfordshire Horticultural Society. On Friday Exhi¬ 
bitions are announced by the Dunfermline and West of Fife Horticul¬ 
tural Society (two days), and the Montrose Horticultural Society (two' 
days), while Sandy (Beds) Show is fixed for the same day. On Satur¬ 
day the annual Exhibition of the Falkirk Horticultural Society will be 
held. 
-The Weather. —This of late has been cold and showery in > 
the Metropolitan district, and on Sunday afternoon a violent hailstorm 
did considerable damage in many suburban gardens. 
- Grape and Dahlia Conference at Chiswick.— This 
combined Exhibition of the noblest of autumn flowers and the most 
important of dessert fruits, to be held on September 23rd and 24tb, 
ought to be and doubtless will be, both attractive and instructive. The 
Dahlias are to be staged in groups of Show, Fancy, Cactus, Single, and 
Pompon varieties. Collections of Grapes are to be arranged in groups: 
A—Sweetwater Grapes, including Chasselas and Muscadines ; (1) Black 
or purple berried varieties; (2) White, green, or golden berried varieties. 
B—Muscat and Frontignan Grapes: (1) Black or purple berried varieties ; 
(2) White, green, or yellow berried varieties ; (3) Frontignan. C—Vinous 
or late keeping Grapes: (1) Black or purple berried varieties ; (2} 
White or golden berried varieties. Classes are also provided for Grape9 
of very high flavour (any kind). American varieties: Grapes grown 
entirely in the open air ; Grapes grown under glass without artificial 
heat; foreign-grown Grapes ; pot Vines with fruit; examples of 
packing Grapes for market, to be sent by rail; examples of packing 
Grapes, 4 lbs. to 6 lbs., for private use, to be sent by rail ; examples of 
the enemies of the Grape Vine—diseases, injurious insects, &c. Thus, 
this programme is sufficiently comprehensive, and the Exhibition should 
attract a large number of visitors. The Dahlia Conference will be held 
on Tuesday, September 23rd. Mr. Harry Turner (President) in the 
chair, and papers will be read by Mr. Shirley Hibberd, Mr. T. W. 
Girdlestone, and Mr. W. II. Williams. The Grape Conference will be 
