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JOURNAL OF HORTICULTURE AND COTTAGE GARDENER. 
[ December 7, 1893. 
New Cheysanthemums. 
FOLLOWiNa the practice I have adopted for several years for the 
benefit of readers of the Journal of Horticulture, I will describe some 
new varieties as I have seen them, in the hope that the selection may be 
of service to persons who have not the opportunity of seeing them at 
shows or elsewhere. The advantage that an exhibitor gains in having 
all new varieties of merit is well known, and no matter how well grown 
a certain variety may be, it cannot compete with others of superior 
character. An example or two will suflSce to show what I mean. A 
few years since Elaine was regarded as the best white in the Japanese 
section, but with the advent of Avalanche, Elaine could no longer hold 
its position, and gradually dropped out of premier place. Now we have 
another that will oust this favourite. I allude to Mdlle. Ther^se Key, 
which is undoubtedly the finest white Chrysanthemum in existence, 
new or old. The advantage, then, of being in possession of new sorts of 
approved form is obvious to all who make exhibiting a feature- 
Varieties under different forms of cultivation vary somewhat in 
character, not only in the formation of their florets, but in colour also. 
For this reason the descriptions I append to each may not in all cases 
agree with catalogue definitions. I base my opinions on the flowers 
as seen. 
Incueved Vaeieties. 
These appear to be fewer in number than usual, not a single sport 
having come under my notice during a lengthened tour and of visits to 
the most important shows and growers. This is to be regretted, as in 
spite of the number of varieties belonging to this section exhibitors at 
times find it difficult to stage thirty-six distinct varieties at one time. 
This section affords so little scope for variety of form that it is only in 
the matter of colour where we can obtain variety. 
Vice-President Jules Jiarigney. —This was raised by M. D61aux, 
presumably from seed, and sent out first under the name of President 
Carnot, on trial. In colour it is chestnut suffused with buff. Catalogue 
description gives it as being rich crimson on the inside of the florets, 
but this is misleading, as it is not that part of the floret we wish to see. 
Unfortunately the hlooms do not possess much build, but where variety 
is required this sort may prove useful. 
Mdlle, Martignao. — This is presumably another French-raised 
variety, possessing a much-needed colour, rich yellow. Unfortunately 
though the blooms are not very deep, the florets are short, but incurve 
neatly. 
Miss Drover. —A seedling, possibly of American origin, introduced 
by the Messrs. Drover. An excellent bloom of it was staged by them at 
Sheffield, and also at Portsmouth. The florets are pointed and pearly 
white, a good middle row bloom. Unfortunately, though, in growth the 
plant is exceptionally tall. 
Broolileigh Gem. —Sent out last year, is a deep lilac sport from 
Jeanne d’Arc, having all the characteristics of its parent in habit and 
form. Many good blooms of it have been seen this year. 
Lord Rosebery .—An English seedling raised by Mr. R. Owen. In 
colour and form it much resembles Violet Tomlin, purple violet in 
colour, but is larger than that member of the Princess of Wales 
family. Figured in the Journal of Horticulture for November 23rd, 
page 471. 
Robert Petjield —Presumably a sport obtained a year or two since, 
but not yet sent out. The stock is in the hands of Mr. R. Owen, who it is 
hoped will let the public have the benefit of this sterling novelty early 
next year. Blooms this season have freely borne out the high opinion I 
formed of it last year. In colour it is deep lilac with faint purple 
stripes. The florets are pointed and incurve thoroughly. As a middle 
row bloom Robert Petfield will be in great request. 
Lucy Kendall.-—K sport from Violet Tomlin, sent out last season by 
Mr. Owen, has quite come up to expectation, giving exhibitors quite a 
new colour. The centre of the florets are deep purple, the tip of each is 
gold, which passes away with age. 
Oeta, —An American-raised variety of promise; From crown buds 
the flowers are yellow with just a trace of bronze suffusion. From later 
formed buds the florets are bronze ; unfortunately the blooms then are 
thin, lacking that substance which is necessary to make a perfect incurved 
bloom. 
Baron Hirsoh. —This variety has been plentifully shown this season, 
being freely produced, but it lacks quality, the petals being too erect to 
be termed quite first-rate. 
Miss Bella Wilson .—As I concluded last year, this variety is too 
pointed in its petals and too coarse in the bloom to ever become popular 
as an exhibition variety. 
Comte de Paris.—By many this variety is confused with the 
Japanese Marquise de Paris. In form it partakes somewhat of the style 
of Jeanne d’Arc ; pure white in colour, with just a tinge of blush about 
the base of the flower. 
Japanese Vaeieties. 
These are more numerous than in any year previous, and many 
excellent varieties have been obtained, which will improve the exhibitor’s 
stand considerably. 
Mdlle, TMrese Rey, —This must have the post of honour, it being 
one of the finest introductions of recent years, All other white varieties 
for exhibition pale before this French-raised seedling of M. Calvat. 
Well developed blooms measure from 7 inches to 8 inches in diameter, 
and are of corresponding depth, a point which renders this variety 
valuable for exhibiting. The florets are of medium width, and incurve 
slightly at the tip until fully expanded, when the point gives a little 
twist. The flower is white, with a faint tinge of cream in the unfolding 
florets. In habit of growth nothing could be more desirable ; the foliage 
is especially robust, Wooms appear to come full sized on rather weakly 
looking stems, which is a proof of its freedom. A bloom of this variety 
was illustrated in the Journal of Horticulture for November 16th, 
page 449. 
President Borel. —The colour is rose-magenta, the reverse pale gold, 
which is very perceptible in half-opened blooms. The florets are flat 
and of medium width, the flower being large enough for any purpose. 
I should advise exhibitors to add this to their list without delay. 
Louise. —This belongs to the type of incurved Japanese, and is one 
of M. Calvat’s latest introductions. Not only is it a desirable acquisi¬ 
tion for the cut bloom stand, but growing only 2 feet 6 inches high, and 
producing extraordinarily fine blooms, it must be indispensable for 
grouping purposes. The colour is flesh pink, and quite unique in that 
respect. 
Charles Davis. —This is a grand acquisition. Being a sport from 
Viviand Morel is of approved habit of growth, giving full siz^ exhibi¬ 
tion blooms from plants '3 feet 6 inches high. The bloom varies much 
in its colouring, according to the date of “ taking ” the buds. Those 
formed early develop soft yellow blooms, while later ones give canary 
yellow flowers, beautifully tinted with rosy bronze. The blooms are 
fully 7 to 8 inches in diameter, and of corresponding depth. 
Madame Edouard Rey. —Early buds of this open pale lilac in colour, 
being spotted and suffused with rose; those from later buds have more 
colour, warm rose pink. The florets are broad, incurving at the tips. 
The flower is full size, and a valuable addition to the exhibitor. 
Eda Prass. —An incurved Japanese, though some blooms when fully 
developed lose that form. It is a desirable variety, and the colour is 
pleasing, being a warm peach tint. 
Mrs. Charles Cox. —A sport from Mons. Bernard, possessing all the 
characteristics of its parent in formation of flower. The colour is golden, 
base suffused with red. Blooms developing from late buds will exhibit 
a richer tone of colour. 
Dr, Mrs. Ward. —An American-raised variety, having broad florets ; 
the tip of each recurves, giving the flower a novel appearance. The 
surface of the florets is golden amber, which is fully displayed ; the edge 
of each is brick red. A striking novelty. 
Miss Watson. —A desirable variety for grouping, being especially 
pleasing in point of colouring—a warm shade of yellow. In formation 
the flower closely resembles Avalanche. As a front-row bloom it will 
be useful to the exhibitor, but as a decorative variety it will prove 
serviceable to all. 
Miss Dorothy Shea, —Although sent out last year, it was only during 
the present season that this variety was seen in its true character. I 
believe this variety supplied the finest individual bloom that I saw this 
season in a rather extended tour. The bloom in question was fully 
8 inches wide and 7 inches deep, and was quite full in the centre. The 
colour is a rich terra cotta, with buff reverse. The petals are rather 
narrow and smooth. An exhibitor’s variety. 
Princess Victoria, ■— This is one of Mr. Seward’s English-raised 
seedlings, and represents a good type of flower. The florets are of 
medium width, slightly twisted at the points. Colour creamy white, 
flushed rose at the base. A full solid flower. The habit of growth is 
all that could be desired.— E. Molynedx, 
(To be continued.) 
Ceetificated Cheysanthemums. 
On Tuesday last the Floral Committee of the National Chrysanthemum 
Society held a meeting at the Royal Aquarium, when Mr. George Gordon 
occupied the chair. Considering the lateness of the meeting, some 
meritorious flowers were staged, and first class certificates were awarded 
as follows :— 
Judge Hoitt (Mr. H. J. Jones).—A large Japanese Anemone variety 
with quilled incurving ray florets of a rosy blush tint, rather a flat disk 
of pure white. 
Col. T. C. Bourne (Mr. R, Owen).—A Japanese variety; very long flat 
florets of a rich rosy wine-coloured crimson, with reverse of old gold. 
Lord Rosebery (Mr. R. Owen).—An incurved bloom of good size and 
very solid. The colour is a deep rosy purple. 
There were several other Chrysanthemums which the Committee 
desired to see again—viz., Mrs. Smith Ryland, a Japanese incurved, 
with large broad florets, crimson inside, a large solid flower ; Mrs. Dr. 
Ward, a Japanese incurved hairy variety of good size, colour yellow and 
bronze ; Mr. H. Jackson, an incurved Japanese of deep golden yellow ; 
Mr. C. R. Bessent, a white incurved Japanese, with florets of good 
