June 27, 1895. 
JOURNAL OF HORTICULTURE AND COTTAGE GARDENER. 
571 
secured to a stout stake, or, if commandable, trellis. When the plants 
have set several trusses of fruit they should be stopped and the laterals 
kept well in hand, so as to concentrate the vigour on the fruit. As you 
have stopped she plants select the best growth and remove the other, 
training as a single cordon, or if you want a bush stop at every truss or 
a joint beyond, staking each growth and keeping fairly thin so as to 
admit abundance of air and light to the trusses, and as the fruits do not 
set freely fertilise the flowers as the pollen becomes ripe, taking care to 
keep the foliage dry and freely ventilated. Supply nourishment in the 
shape of top-dressing of the advertised fertilisers and water in, or use 
liquid manure, but neither water nor liquid manure should be given 
until the soil becomes dry, yet before the plants flag afford a thorough 
supply, keeping under in preference to overwatering. 
Iieschenaultla blloba major (^Amateur ).—This is a New 
Holland plant that has been greatly neglected. L. formosa is 
distinguished by the brilliant scarlet hue of its flowers, but L. biloba 
and the variety major (fig. 101) have much larger flowers, and of an 
FIO, 101. —LESCHENAULTIA BILOBA MAJOR. 
be applied as taken clear from the cesspool. In this condition we have 
used it for fruit trees, Roses, and vegetable crops with great advantage, 
particularly in a droughty season, care being taken to keep it from the 
foliage. After the clear liquid had been drawn oil the thicker portion 
was diluted with five times its bulk of water. In the case of the cesspool 
receiving nothing but the drainage of water closets the liquid should 
be dilated with at least six times the quantity of water, it always being 
best to apply it too weak than too strong. You must also ascertain if 
bleaching powder is used in the laundry in case of a general tank for 
the household, and if so, or other obnoxious substances are poured into 
it, the contents are dangerous if not absolutely poisonous to vegetation, 
and must not be employed. Sewage is a valuable (when pure) aid to 
gardening, but it is necessary to exercise due caution. It is quite as 
good as drainage from stables and cowsheds, and may be used alter¬ 
nating with this in proper dilution, which in both cases is a matter for 
judgment, and then extremely valuable. 
frames of Plants.—We only undertake to name species of plants, 
not varieties that have originated from seeds and termed florists’ flowers. 
Flowering specimens are necessary of flowering plants, and Fern fronds 
should bear spores. Specimens should arrive in a fresh state in firm 
boxes. Slightly damp moss, soft green grass, or leaves form the best 
packing, dry wool the worst. Not more than six specimens can be named 
at once, and the numbers should be visible without untying the ligatures, 
it being often difficult to separate them when the paper is damp. 
(.W. H., Limavady ').—Brodisea coccinea. (6'. N.).—1, Diplacus glutinosus; 
2, Adiantum cuneatum grandiceps; 3, A. pedatum ; 4, Asplenium 
longissimum; 5, Woodwardia radicans ; 6, Asplenium dimorphum. 
(A?. A'. G.). —1, Odontoglossum cordatum ; 2, Dendrobium fimbriatum 
oculatum; 3, Vanda teres; 4, Oncidium papilio majus; 5, form of 
Cattleya gigas. (Y. P. P.).—1, Viburum Lantana ; 2, Pmonia offici¬ 
nalis ; 3, Aquilegia chrysantha ; 4, Achillea mongolica ; 5, Papaver 
nudicaule ; 6, Heuchera sanguinea. (A. W. J.).—Dendrobium fimbri¬ 
atum oculatum. (_Killarney Feni ),—Through sending in an envelope 
instead of a box the Ferns were quite dead when they reached these 
officas. (P. A'). —The Strawberries were well flavoured examples of 
Dr. Hogg. 
OOVENT GARDEN MARKET.— June 26th. 
Strawberries still in heavy supply and Peaches more plentiful. 
FRUIT. 
s. 
d. 
s. 
d. 
s. 
d. 
a. 
d. 
Apples, Nova Scotia, 
per 
Gobs, per 100 lbs. 
• • 
0 
0 
to 0 
0 
barrel.. .. 
10 
Oto 21 
0 
Grapes, per lb. 
0 
6 
0 
„ Tasmanian, 
per 
Lemons, case .. .. 
10 
0 
15 
0 
case .. 
5 
0 
11 
0 
Peaches, per dozen .. 
• • 
3 
0 
12 
0 
Asparagus, English, 
per 
St. Michael Pines, each 
• • 
2 
0 
6 
0 
bundle . 
1 
0 
3 
0 
Strawberries, per lb. .. 
•• 
0 
2 
0 
6 
VEGETABLES. 
B. 
d. 
a. 
d. 
a. 
d. 
8. 
• 
Beans, Kidney, per lb. 
0 
6 
to 0 
0 
Mustard and Oress, punnet 
0 
2 
to 0 
k) 
Beet, Red, dozen .. .. 
1 
0 
0 
0 
Onions, bushel .• .• 
3 
6 
4 
c 
Carrots, bunch .. .. 
0 
3 
0 
4 
Parsley, dozen bunches 
• • 
2 
0 
3 
0 
Cauliflowers, dozen .. 
3 
0 
6 
0 
Parsnips, dozen .. .. 
1 
0 
0 
H 
Oelerv. bundle .. .. 
1 
0 
1 
3 
Potatoes, per cwt. 
• ■ 
2 
0 
4 
0 
Ooleworts, dozen bunches 
2 
0 
4 
0 
Salsafy, bundle .. .. 
1 
1 
6 
Oucumbers, dozen .. 
1 
6 
3 
6 
Seakale, per basket .. 
• • 
0 
0 
0 
0 
Endive, dozen .. .. 
1 
3 
1 
6 
Scorzonera, bundle .. 
• « 
1 
b 
u 
V 
Herbs, bunch .. .. 
0 
3 
0 
0 
Shallots, per lb. 
0 
3 
0 
0 
Leeks, bunch .. .. 
0 
2 
0 
0 
Spinach, bushel .. .. 
1 
0 
1 
6 
Lettuce, dozen .. .. 
0 
9 
1 
6 
Tomatoes. per lb. ,. 
• « 
0 
3 
0 
4 
Mushrooms, punnet ., 
• • 
0 
9 
1 
0 
Turnips, bunch .. 
0 
3 
0 
b 
exquisite blue tint that is always appreciated because so scarce. The 
plants succeed best in peat and sand with abundant drainage, and they 
require the temperature of a greenhouse. The greatest care is needed 
in supplying the plants with water, and they should have a position on 
a shelf close to the glass, free exposure to light being important. 
Gooseberries Spotted Red (A. H. P.).—The Gooseberries are 
infested with the Gooseberry fungus (AEcidium grossulariie), which pro¬ 
duces golden, orange, or reddish spots, somewhat swollen, on the fruits 
and leaves, on which parts are numerous little pita or cups, filled with 
small spores. The fungus completely spoils the fruits, and does a good 
deal of harm to the tree by injuring the leaves. The infected leaves and 
berries should be collected and burned, the sooner the better, as the 
spores are not yet shed, and there are myriads in the specimen sent, so 
you may judge what the spores from a bush may do in the way of 
infection this year or another, as they are capable of remaining dormant 
a considerable time. The ground may be dug as deeply as can be done 
without injuring the roots in the early winter, after dusting the bushes 
whilst wet with dew or mist, but with a prospect of fine weather, with 
quicklime, making them quite white. This can be done after pruning 
the bushes, the lime being effective against lichen and moss ; that falling 
on the ground will do good to the soil, while it will act well against the 
fungus, usually preventing its recurrence, provided the surface soil is 
carefully turned under. 
Diluting- Drainage from IVIanslon (Y. C. B .).—It is extremely 
difficult to give explicit directions for diluting the sewage from a man¬ 
sion, When the tank or cesspool receives the drainage from the whole 
household—kitchen, pantry, and housemaids’ sinks, as well as bath-room 
waste, along’with lavatories—it is generally sufficiently diluted, and may 
AVERAGE WHOLESALE 
Arum Lilies, 12 blooms .. 
Asparagus Fern, per bunch 
Bouvardias, bunch .. .. 
Oarnations, 12 blooms .. 
Bucharis, dozen. 
Gardenias, dozen 
Geranium, scarlet, doz. 
bunches. 
Lilac (French) per bunch 
Lilium candidum, 12 blooms 
„ lancilolium, 12 blooms 
„ longiflorum, 12 blooms 
Marguerites, 12 bunches .. 
Maidenhair Fern, dozen 
bunches . 
Orchids, dozen blooms .. 
Pelargoniums, 12 bunches 
PRICES.— 
OUT FLOWERS.—Orchid Blooms in variety. 
a 
d 
a. 
d. 
a. 
d. 
8. 
d. 
3 
0 
to 4 
0 
Pansies, various, dozen 
2 
0 
4 
0 
bunches. 
1 
0 
to 2 
0 
0 
6 
1 
0 
Primula(double), doz. spy?. 
u 
6 
1 
0 
2 
0 
6 
0 
Ranunculus, doz. bunches 
1 
6 
'J 
0 
4 
0 
6 
0 
Roses (indoor), dozen 
1 
0 
•2 
0 
3 
0 
4 
0 
„ Moss (French) per doz. 
1 
0 
2 
0 
., Tea, white, dozen 
1 
6 
2 
6 
6 
0 
8 
0 
„ Yellow, dozen (Niels) 
3 
0 
6 
0 
4 
0 
4 
6 
„ Safrano (English), 
1 
0 
2 
0 
dozen. 
1 
0 
2 
0 
4 
0 
6 
0 
„ Yellow, dozen blooms 
1 
6 
2 
0 
3 
0 
4 
0 
„ Red, dozen blooms .. 
1 
0 
2 
0 
1 
6 
3 
0 
Smilax, per bunch .. .. 
4 
0 
6 
• 1 
Spirma, dozen bunches .. 
4 
0 
b 
0 
4 
0 
6 
0 
Stephanotis, dozen sprays 
2 
0 
3 
0 
1 
6 
12 
0 
Tuberoses, 12 blooms.. .. 
u 
4 
u 
b 
6 
0 
9 
0 
I 
s. 
Arbor Vitse (golden) dozen 6 
Aspidistra, dozen .. ., 18 
Aspidistra, specimen plant 5 
Calceolaria, per doz. 6 
Ooleus, per doz.4 
Dracaena, various, dozen .. 12 
Dracaena viridis, dozen .. 9 
Euonymus, var., dozen .. 6 
Evergreens, in var., dozen 6 
Ferns, in variety, dozen .. 4 
Ferns (small) per hundred 4 
Ficus elastica, each .. .. 1 
Foliage plants, var. each 2 
Fuchsias, per dozen .. .. 6 
Geraniums, Ivy, per dozen 7 
PLANTS 
IN POTS. 
d. 
B. 
d. 
8. 
d. 
B. 
d. 
0 to 12 
0 
Heliotrope, per dozen 
6 
0 
to 8 
0 
0 
36 
0 
Hydrangeas, per dozen .. 
12 
0 
42 
u 
0 
10 
6 
Lobelia, per dozen .. .. 
4 
c 
6 
0 
0 
9 
0 
Lycopodiums, dozen .. .. 
3 
0 
4 
u 
0 
6 
0 
Marguerite Daisy, dozen .. 
8 
0 
10 
u 
0 
30 
0 
Myrtles, dozen. 
b 
0 
y 
0 
0 
18 
0 
Pahns, in var., each .. .. 
1 
u 
15 
0 
0 
18 
0 
„ (specimens) .. .. 
21 
M 
0 
0 
24 
0 
Pelargoniums, per dozen .. 
10 
0 
15 
0 
0 
18 
0 
„ scarlets, per 
0 
6 
0 
dozen ., 
3 
0 
6 
0 
0 
7 
0 
Rhodanthe, per dozen 
4 
0 
6 
0 
0 
10 
0 
Roses, per dozen. 
8 
0 
24 
0 
0 
10 
0 
Schizanthus, per dozen .. 
6 
0 
9 
0 
0 
10 
0 
Spinca, per dozen .. .. 
6 
0 
10 
0 
