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JOURNAL OF HORTICULTURE AND COTTAGE GARDENER. 
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and useful varieties as Madame de Seven, La Triomphant, Mons. 
Tarin, and Sunflower are also well represented and make a conspicuous 
display. That charming white variety Avalanche is expanding some 
excellent blooms of great substance, and the striking yellow Japanese 
Gorgeus is making a fine show. 
The incurved varieties are not yet very conspicuous, but some are 
grown. A few good blooms of Mons. R. Bahuant were noticeable, and 
some plants of Mrs. G. Bundle were developing fine flowers. In addition 
to the Chrysanthemums arranged in the conservatory there are others in 
three vineries, there being about 2000 plants grown. Grapes are hang¬ 
ing on the Vines, and on the front stages flowering and foliaged plants 
are arranged, these adding further interest to the collection. On the 
whole the display is a good one, and well worthy of a visit during the 
next few weeks. 
Finsbury Park. 
For producing a display of Chrysanthemums Finsbury Park has 
long been famous, but since the erection of a commodious structure for 
this purpose by the London County Council, a few months ago, it is 
likely to become even more noted in that respect. At all events this 
fine building, which is lofty and upwards of 80 feet in length by about 
25 feet wide, is a decide* improvement on the low house in which the 
plants were formerly staged. The Chrysanthemums may now be 
viewed with pleasure, and the thousands of visitors who will pass through 
the house daily during the next few weeks may do so without any dis¬ 
comfort. The provision of this splendid structure is a commendable 
act, and, it is hoped, one which will be extended to the other parks. 
The house in question is situated near the Manor House entrance to 
the park. There being plenty of room the plants are not so crowded as 
are necessary in many instances, and this is an advantage so far as 
displaying the habit of each plant is concerned. There are, of course, 
some rather tall plants at Finsbury Park, but the majority of them are 
comparatively dwarf, which enhances their appearance. All the 
standard varieties are grown, and are now rapidly developing some fine 
blooms. Mdlle. Marie Hoste, one of the finest whites in cultivation, is 
promising well, and the same may be said of Bouquet des Dames. The 
old Elaine is good and some fine blooms ol Viviand Morel and Mons. 
Tarin are noticeable. Edwin Molyneux shows up conspicuously, as also 
do Criterion, Mons. Freeman, Caesar Coste and Mr. C. E. Shea, the last 
named being very fine. An Anemone flowered variety named Deleware 
is obviously well grown here, as are some of the Pompon type. The 
incurved varieties are not yet at their best, but some fine buds of Mons. 
R. Bahuant, Golden Beverley and Comte de Germiny are developing. 
These varieties and others will have grand flowers on them a week or 
ten days hence. 
As before remarked the plants are well grown, and the collection 
as a whole reflects credit upon Mr. Melville, the Superintendent, 
whose efforts in this direction are much appreciated by the residents of 
northern suburbs of London, 
The Priory, Hornsey. 
In no private garden in the suburbs of the metropolis are Chrysan- 
anthemums better grown than they are at The Priory, Hornsey. Here 
Mr. E. Rowbottom, gardener to H. R. Williams, Esq., a gentleman well 
known in horticultural circles on account of the interest he has dis¬ 
played in helping forward the fruit-growing industry, has for the past 
three or four years produced some of the finest blooms that have ever 
been exhibited, and this year apparently will prove no exception to the 
rule now established. Skilful culture has left its mark, and it is safe 
to prognosticate that Mr. Rowbottom will be well represented at the 
leading exhibitions during the next few weeks. Last year he secured 
a 10-guinea cup as his own, in addition to silver medals, and it is very 
probable that this Hor^-sey grower will this season take a place amongst 
the first rank of exhibitors. 
When a Joiornal representative made a call last week he found Mr. 
Rowbottom busily engaged amongst his favourite plants. These are 
exceedingly well grown, and are now fast developing remarkably fine 
blooms, especially the Japanese type. All the newer varieties are grown, 
and many of these are likely to prove charming acquisitions. Mdlle. 
Thdrise Rey, which is, perhaps, one of the finest creamy white varieties 
now in cultivation, is showing splendidly, and no doubt will be seen on 
the exhibition boards shortly. A certificate was granted for the variety 
recently. A new Japanese variety named Edith Rowbottom is likewise 
very fine, the blooms being large, well built, and of great substance. 
This is a seedling raised by Mr. Rowbottom, and a certificate was 
awarded for it at the Royal Aquarium the other week. President Borel. 
for which Mr. Rowbottom has also gained a certificate this year, is 
remarkable for its size and striking appearance. It has long purple florets 
with a golden reverse. Kentish Yellow is grand, being massive in build, 
and yet of a graceful appearance. Golden Dragon is in prime condition, 
and the same applies to Primrose League, a pale yellow variety. Eda 
Prass, an American seedling of the Japanese type, and for which a 
certificate was granted recently, is also well represented at The Priory, 
and apparently Mr. Rowbottom will repeat his success of last year with 
Mdlle. Marie Hoste, inasmuch as some enormous blooms of that charming 
variety are fast developing. The white Louis Boehmer is excellent, and 
G. W. Childs will prove good. The favourite Col. W. B. Smith is in 
grand condition, as also are numerous other choice varieties. Mr. Row- 
bottom is likewise growing many seedlings of merit, about which 
something will be heard later on. 
The incurved varieties form a feature at The Priory, although 
another week must elapse before these are seen at their best. The buds, 
however, have been well timed, and at the forthcoming exhibitions 
many grand flowers will be seen. Some splendid flowers of Madame 
Darrier are noticeable, and Mrs. Brunlees is very fine. Mrs. Robinson 
King, Lord Alcester, and John Lambert are likely to develop blooms of 
extraordinary size and substance, and a good character is given the new 
Vice-President Jules Barigney. Although rather a tall grower, th's is 
likely to prove a useful incurved variety for exhibition. The flower is 
large, similar to Lord Wolseley in build, and pale buff in colour. 
Another new incurved, named Miss Bella Wilson, is splendid, and Mrs. 
G. Bundle is exceedingly well grown at The Priory Gardens. Other 
good incurves are Baron Hirch, Violet Tomlin, Mrs. Shipman, and Miss 
Haggas. Many more varieties are deserving of mention as being 
particularly fine, but space is limited, and for the present a brief 
reference must suffice. 
Chrysanthemums around Bournemouth. 
Having spare time, and being much interested in Chrysanthemums, 
I made a trip to Bournemouth to see how the plants were looking in 
that locality, and thinking that remarks on our favourite autumn 
flower will interest your readers, I send you a short account of my 
excursion. 
Cranmoor Lodge. 
I paid my first visit to Cranmoor Lodge, the seat of Mrs. S. Elphinstone, 
where I was courteously received by Mr. J. W. Taylor, the head gar¬ 
dener. The Chrysanthemums are arranged in sections in the Peach 
houses and vineries. The plants range from about 4i feet to 7 feet in 
height, and carry excellent foliage from the bottom. The more notable 
blooms now showing are Mons. R. Bahuant, A. Salter, Golden Empress, 
Mrs. R. King, J. Salter, Mr. Brunlees, J. Lambert, aud the Teck family. 
Most noticeable amongst the Japanese were Beauty of Exmouth (the 
coming flower of the season). Golden Dragon, Louise Boehmer, Mrs. C. 
Wheeler, Mr.s. F. Jameson, J. S. Dibbins, Mrs. E. D. Adams, W. Seward, 
the new Golden Viviand Morel (Beauty of Castlehill), which should 
develop into a magnificent bloom. Mr. Taylor has several new varieties 
with promising buds. There are about 350 plants for exhibition blooms 
and the same number of cut-back plants for conservatory decoration. 
Mr. Taylor won the cup in the cut bloom competition at the Bourne¬ 
mouth Chrysanthemum Show last season, and if the plants go on as 
they promise he will be a formidable competitor this season. The 
gardens are admirably managed throughout. 
The New Royal Nurseries. 
I next called upon Mr. Ratsch at the new Royal Nurseries, where he 
has erected sixteen houses each 50 feet in length. Some are filled with 
Chrysanthemums, mostly cut-backs. I noticed Lady Selborne, Source 
d’Or, Buttercup, Ethel, and Lady Lawrence are extensively grown. 
There are altogether about 5000 plants in excellent condition. Other 
houses are filled with Carnations and winter-flowering plants, and there 
are two houses of the Cbemin Rouge Tomato which are showing a fine 
crop. Both houses and grounds show signs of good attention, and 
visitors to Bournemouth will do well to call at these nurseries. 
Palace Nursery. 
Messrs. Watts & Sons have now about 7000 Chrysanthemums 
arranged in their fine conservatory. The plants are grown in 10-inch 
pots, and include all the leading varieties. Decorative plants are grown 
in large numbers, in one house there are 1500 Tea Roses, Messrs. Watts 
have given up growing Chrysanthemums for exhibition. They have 
been very successful, winning four silver cups in the open class for 
groups at the Bournemouth Show. The nurseries at Heath Farm and 
Ensbury cover about 60 acres, and are well stocked. I recommend any 
gardener or other person interested in horticulture of paying a visit to 
Bournemouth to avail themselves of the opportunity of calling on the 
gentlemen named.—A Gardener. 
Chrysanthemums around Liverpool, 
At The Hollies, Woolton, Mr, Vaughan has this year over 250 plants, 
the greater portion of them being in excellent condition. In the 
Japanese Etoile de Lyon, Florence Davis, W. Tricker, Bouquet des 
Dames, Stanstead White, Mdlle. Marie Hoste, W. H. Lincoln, Mrs. F. 
Jameson, Mons. Bernard, E. Molyneux, and Col. W. B. Smith are 
amongst the best. In the incurved the Queens, John Salter, Empress 
of India, Lord Wolseley, Jeanne d’Arc, Ami Hoste, and Madame Darrier 
are all good. Mr. Vaughan has lost a great number of buds owing to 
the plague of caterpillars. 
Highfield, Woolton, 
Mr. Haigh, gardener to W. H. Tate, Esq., grows about 600 plants, 
and I never saw them look so promising. His best incurved are 
Empress of India, Mons. R. Bahuant, Jeanne d’Arc, Madame Darrier, 
all the Princess family, and new Baron Hirsch. The Japanese are 
particularly fine, the best Lilian B. Bird, Florence Davis, Gloire du 
Rocher, Puritan, Mrs. F. Jameson (grand), W. Tricker, A. H. Neve, 
Stanstead White, Sunflower, and in the new section Mrs. C. H. Payne, 
Lord Brooke, J. Shrimpton, W, Seward, Col. W. B, Smith, Mrs. Nisbet, 
and Chas. Davis, the grand bronzy yellow sport from Viviand Morel. 
Allerton House, Allerton. 
Mr. George Eaton ought this year to be heard of if his collection of 
plants is a criterion. The Japanese opening very freely include Boule 
d’Or, Viviand Morrel, Mrs. F. Jameson, W. H. Lincoln, G. C. Schwabe, 
