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furnished with shoots overhanging the pots, and loaded with flowers. If 
larger and later flowering plants were aimed at they must be again moved 
into still larger pots. He rarely grew any of the plants in pots the 
second year, but made a practice of planting them in the open air in 
beds. They, however, did very well the second year in pots, and after 
the leaves were oil they should be pruned and stored in any frost-proof 
structure that was not too dry. 
In conclusion, he said the varieties of the Fuchsia were numerous. 
A few of those he had grown were Lord Falmouth, General Gordon, 
Gazette, Sir Colin Campbell, Lord Clyde, and Try Me 0. The last 
named was once a great favourite with market growers. Diadem, Clio, 
Guiding Star, Mrs. Marshall, Marguerite, Rose of Castille, and an 
improved variety of it, were sorts which still found their way 
into the exhibition tent, and for general usefulness it was a question 
if they could be surpassed. 
Mr. Payne said the best Fuchsias he had seen were raised in February. 
They were over 5 feet high, and were grown under a north wall and out 
of the sun. They had grown 5 feet in one season. 
Mr. Roberts, in reply, said it was an easy matter to grow Fuchsias 
5 feet high, and 2\ or 3 feet through in a season. His paper had been 
prepared mainly for amateurs, and he expected that they would have 
some questions to ask. 
Mr. Ashworth said that as an amateur he was highly pleased with 
the paper. Among cottagers there was another name by which Fuchsia 
was known, and that was “dropper,” and they did drop (laughter). 
He should be very glad if Mr. Roberts could tell him how to prevent 
the dropping. Of course, he did not want to be told to tie the flowers 
on (laughter), but how he could keep them on naturally. He had 
grown Fuchsias for sixteen years in a backyard in the heart of Preston. 
Mr. Roberts said he had never known the flowers to drop in the 
country ; he had not had experience of them in the town. 
NATIONAL CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY. 
Annual Dinnee. 
The annual dinner of the National Chrysanthemum Society was 
held at Anderton’s Hotel, Fleet Street, E.C., on Wednesday, November 
30th. Sir Edwin Saunders, F.R.C.S., President of the Society, occupied 
the chair, and he was supported by a large company, comprising 
upwards of 120 gentlemen. Amongst others present were Sir John 
Llewelyn, Bart. ; Sir Henry Doulton, W. Herbert Fowler, Esq. 
(Mayor of Taunton), A. J. Yeitch, Esq. C. C. Paine, Esq., E. C. Jukes, 
Esq.; G. J. Ingram, Esq., J. W. Wilkinson,Esq., Dr. Walker, Messrs. C. H. 
Payne, R. Ballantine, J. R. Starling, H. Cannell, and numerous well- 
known Chrysanthemum growers. The arrangements were admirably 
conducted by Mr. R. Dean, the Secretary. 
Sir Edwin Saunders, after the usual patriotic toasts, gave the toast 
of the evening, that of “ The National Chrysanthemum Society.” In 
doing so he said it would be needless to make a long Bpeech, inasmuch 
as the majority of those present were members and well acquainted with 
the affairs of the Society ; and those who were not members would 
doubtless be so shortly. He, they wou'd be glad to hear, had enlisted 
two very distinguished persons in his friends, Sir John Llewelyn and Sir 
Henry Doulton. The former had come all the way from Wales on pur¬ 
pose to be present. Regarding the National Chrysanthemum Society, it 
had worked, he thought, a great revolution in the floricultural world, 
since it had developed from a local suburban society into one of national 
importance and magnitude. It had had an uninterrupted progress. The 
value of the Floral Committee meetings could not be over-estimated, and 
holding conferences, reading papers, and giving certificates fully accom¬ 
plished the objects the Society had in view. The present high develop¬ 
ment of the Chrysanchemum could be attributed to the Society, for by 
the exchange of ideas, affording stimulus in offering prizes, and friendly 
rivalry, this state of things has come to pass. What would London be 
without its November displays at the Aquarium 1 He may safely say 
that the shows were of great importance from an educational point of 
view. One can hardly judge the effect they have upon mankind. To 
his mind they furnish as useful a purpose as the fine art exhibitions of 
the Royal Academy. (Hear, hear.) According to the latest accounts 
the Japanese, our most formidable rivals in Chrysanthemum growing, 
have never been able to produce such good results as are to be seen in 
this country. With regard to the numerical strength of the National 
Chrysanthemum Society, there were now 706 members on the books. 
Of these 637 were ordinary members and sixty Fellows of the Society. 
There were also twenty-six foreign members, including seven in America, 
seven in Belgium, six in France, one in Holland, one in India, two in 
Italy, one in New Zealand, and one in Tasmania. There were ninety- 
four affiliated societies, eighty-five of these being at home, and nine 
colonial. To return the compliment paid a short time back by Mr. J. 
Earland, of Wellington, New Zealand, to the National Chrysanthemum 
Society, the latter bad made arrangements to send out twenty-four 
blooms, frozen in fee, to the Wellington Chrysanthemum Society. 
C. C. Paine, Esq., then gave “The Vice-Presidents and Officers of 
the Society,” coupling with this toast the names of Sir John Llewelyn, 
Bart., and Messrs. J. R. Starling and C. H. Payne. Mr. Paine said 
that although the Society had lost many Vice-Presidents, he was proud 
to say that they had gained an enthusiast in Sir John Llewelyn. With¬ 
out the indefatigable officers the N.C.S. would never have come into 
such prominence. He should like to hear, however, that the Foreign 
Secretary (Mr. C. H. Payne) was in correspondence with Japan. They 
had members and affiliated societies in many parts of the globe, and if 
there was a society in Japan he should be glad to hear of its being 
affiliated to the “ National.” As an old member of the original Stoke 
Newington Society, Mr. Paine referred to the development of the N.C.S. 
A list of prizewinners was published by the Stoke Newington Society, 
and he thought a similar method might with advantage be adopted by 
the “ National.” If published with the annual report and circulated 
among the members it would be appreciated by many. Regarding the 
work accomplished by the Society, he should like to see greater promi¬ 
nence given to the Chrysanthemum as a decorative plant. (Hear, hear). 
Dwarf, naturally grown, bushy plants suitable for conservatory deco¬ 
ration should be more generally seen at exhibitions. He would gladly 
offer a prize for such if the Committee could see their way to include it 
in the schedule. 
Sir John Llewelyn, Bart., in responding, said he felt sure that the 
success of the Society was due to the assiduity and courtesy of the 
officers. He regarded the Chrysanthemum as one of the most important 
of flowers, for what would the floral chain be without it 1 The Chrys¬ 
anthemum forms the best link in the floral chain, because it comes at 
a time of year when other flowers are past their beauty. There was 
one reform, however, that he should like to see accomplished, that was 
the name of “ Chrysanthemum.” He invited all interested in the 
matter to find out a better and shorter name, for after all “ Chrys¬ 
anthemum ” merely meant “ yellow flower,” which did not do justice to 
the beautiful and varied colours now seen. It had struck him when 
visiting the Shows that the specimen plants covered with bloom were 
the most interesting and beautiful in the whole Exhibition. If possible, 
he thought it would be advisable for the Society to be in communication 
with the Chinese. 
Mr. J. R. Starling briefly referred to the financial state of the 
Society, and remarked that once there was a reserve fund of £100, but 
now, he regretted to say, it was non eat. He hoped it would be 
re-established as a nucleus for the Society to fall back upon ; for 
although at present in a flourishing condition, they never knew when it 
might be needed. 
Mr. C. H. Payne referred to the foreign work of the Society, and said 
that the eyes of the Continental growers were upon the N.C.S. A 
National Chrysanthemum Society had recently been started in Belgium, 
and there was also stated to be a similar organisation in America. 
E. C. Jukes, Esq., proposed the “ Affiliated and Kindred Societies,” 
and said that the fact of having ninety-four affiliated societies was 
most gratifying, and sufficient to show the high appreciation in 
which the National Chrysanthemum Society was held throughout the 
kingdom. The country societies no doubt derive benefi: through being 
affiliated with the N.C S., but he did not disguise the fact that the 
advantages were mutual. Referring to the letter which appeared in the 
Journal of Horticultxive (page 161) regarding the infusing of country 
blood into the Committee, all affiliated societies had a right to send a 
representative to every meeting, and it was entirely their own fault if 
they neglected to do so. He thought the remarks about a “ London 
clique ” were unjustifiable. He did not think it could truthfully be 
called a clique. (Hear, hear.) If it was possible to have country 
members on their Committees he for one would welcome their presence. 
But it was no use having country members on their various committees 
if they did not, or could not, attend the meetings. So far as his 
experience went every suggestion, no matter how unimportant or other¬ 
wise, made by country members received the fullest attention of the 
Committee, and he hoped that they would, whenever possible, attend 
the meetings. As he had said, they will be accorded a hearty welcome, 
and every suggestion they make fully considered. 
Mr. R. Ballantine, Chairman of the Committee, proposed “ The 
Health of the President,” and in doing so paid a tribute to Sir Edwin 
Saunders and Lady Saunders. Responding, the President briefly 
thanked those present for the enthusiastic manner in which his health 
had been drunk, and said that he would endeavour to do his best 
towards the Society so long as he was able. 
Mr. W. Herbert Fowler gave “ The Royal Aquarium and Summer and 
Winter Garden Society,” to which J. W. Wilkinson, Esq., responded. 
The Chairman proposed “ The Visitors,” and in responding Sir 
Henry Doulton remarked that to him gardening appeared to be one of 
the purest and most pleasant pursuits imaginable. It was really 
wonderful to see the interest which poor people take in the culture of 
flowers, and many would trudge miles to see a display of Chrysanthemums. 
Dr. Walker rendered “ The General and Floral Committees,” Messrs. 
A. J. Veitch and G. Gordon responding. 
“The Horticultural Press” was proposed by Mr. G. J. Ingram, and 
responded to by Mr. B. Wynne. 
The prizes, including the Society’s challenge shield, cups, and medals, 
won during the season were distributed to the respective winners, and 
aided by a capital musical entertainment a most enjoyable evening wa3 
spent. _ 
ECHEYERIA SECUNDA GLAUCA. 
As an edging to all kinds of summer bedding this Echeveria is useful 
and effective, and for tracing designs on carpet and succulent beds it is 
indispensable. It is a pity that the plants are not sufficiently hardy to 
pass, through our winters out of doors, as in most places it is difficult to 
rind shelter for several thousand plants of this class. They can be 
wintered successfully in cold pits, but there is a danger of losing them 
wholesale from damp during long spells of severe frost, when they have 
to remain covered for a long time. We winter thousands of them in 
