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JOURNAL OF HORTICULTURE AND COTTAGE GARDENER. 
f November IS, 1888. 
the raised centre of one Ion? table being closely filled with them. 
For twelve plants Mr. M. Cole was well first, the second prize going 
to Mr. C. Fisher. In the next class, that for six plants, Mr. Jerome 
Murch was first, and Mr. T. Carr (gardener, Mr. T. Frickle) second ; 
while for double Primulas, Mr. J. Murch was first and Mrs. Hoare (gar¬ 
dener, Mr. F. Rice) second. There were three collections of plants ar¬ 
ranged for effect in a space not less than 12 feet by 4 feet. The Judges had 
no difficulty in awarding the first prize, Messrs. G. Cooling & Son, 
Bath, being well ahead of the other competitors. Their arrangement 
was somewhat formal, but a capital assortment of Ferns, Palms, 
Crotons, Dracaenas, Orchids, and other choice flowering plants was em¬ 
ployed. Mr. E. E. Bryant was second, the arrangement in this case not 
being sufficiently close to well hide the pots. Mr. W. C. Drummond 
was third. 
Cut Flowers. —There were five entries in the class for twenty- 
four distinct varieties of large flowered Chrysanthemums, and the 
Judges were a considerable time in making their awards. The first 
prize was ultimately awarded to Mr. W. M. Baker, (gardener, Mr. J. 
Aplin), Harefield Court, Gloucester, who had many fine but not particu¬ 
larly well set up blooms. In all probability had judging by points been 
resorted to, the winner of the second prize, the Earl of Radnor (gar¬ 
dener, Mr. H. W. Ward), Salisbury, would have been placed first, good 
dressing being apparent throughout the stands of well grown blooms 
shown by this competitor. His best was Empress of India (this 
securing the silver medal of the National Chrysanthemum Society, 
which was offered for the best bloom in the Show). Lord Heytesbury 
(gardener, Mr. J. Horsefield), Heytesbury, Wilts, took the third prize, 
and was also first for twelve varieties, these comprising Empress of India, 
Golden Empress, Lord Wolselev, Queen of England, Jeanne d’Arc, 
Alfred Salter, Golden Queen of England, Nil Desperandum, Jardin des 
Plantes, Princess Teck, Prince Alfred, and Lady Hardinge, all good. 
Lord Radnor was a good second, and Mr. A. Cole (gardener, Mr. W. Car¬ 
penter), third. Major W. 1*. Clarke was first for six varieties, Mr. S. P. 
Budd second, and Mr. M. Hookings third. Japanese varieties were very 
well shown, a very few points dividing the prizewinners. The first prize 
for twenty-four varieties was awarded to Mr. Wilfred Thomas (gardener, 
Mr. Thomas), Taunton, who had fine blooms of Bouled’Or, Madame C. 
Audiguier, Meg Merrilies, Thunberg. Belle Paule. Carew Underwood, 
Avalanche, Elaine, M. J. N. Pigny, Soleil Levant, Ralph Brocklebank, and 
Criterion. Mr. H. W. Ward was second. The third prize was awarded 
to Captain Alcock (gardener, Mr. A. Parker). Mr. W. Marshall was 
again first for twelve varieties, and Mr. W. M. Baker was second. Mr. 
M, Cole was first for six blooms, and Mr. M. Hookings was second. 
There were comparatively few Anemone-flowered varieties shown. For 
twelve blooms in not less than six varieties Lord Radnor was placed first, 
the second prize going to Mr. W. Maishal! for what apparently was the 
better s*and of the two. 
For a vase or epergne of cut flowers Mr. C. Winstone, Clifton, was 
first, and Mr. M. Hookings second, both displaying great taste. The 
first named was also first for a hand bouquet, and Messrs. Garaway and 
Co., Clifton, second, the former having the more elegant arrangement, 
and both used very choice flowers. 
Fruit and Vegetables. —There was as usual a very fine display 
of Grapes in the three classes provided for them. Tue best four buches 
in not less than two varieties were staged by Alderman Chaffin (gar¬ 
dener, Mr. W. Taylor), these consisting of Muscat of Alexandria, each 
of the two bunches weighing upwards of 5 lbs., and were well finished, 
with these being fairly good Alicante. M-. T. Jones staged fine Gros 
Colman and Alicante, and was second ; the third prize going to Mr. 
S. Fox Andrews (gardener, Mr. T. Haste). Mr. Chaffin was also first for 
three very fine bunches of Muscat of Alexandria ; Eail Cowley (gardener, 
Mr. J. Gibson) being a most creditable second. In the class for any 
variety of black Grapes, Mrs. Gouldsmith (gardener, Mr. G. Pymm), 
Trowbridge, was well first with grand bunches of Gros Colman, these 
being perfect in every respect; Mr. T. Jones was second with very good 
Alicante. A grand lot of Pears were shown in the several classes provided 
for them. For six varieties, the first prize was awarded to J. D. Wingfield 
Digby, Esq. (gardener, Mr. W. G. Pragnell), Sherborne, these consisting 
of very fine Pitmaston Duchess, Beurrb Diel, Marie Louise, Duchesse 
d’Angouleme, D lyenne du Comice, and Beurre Clairgeau ; Mr. E. Hall 
was second. With four varieties, Mr. C. B. Weaver was first, staging 
extra good Marie Louise, Doyenne du Comice, Louise Bonne of Jersey, 
and Pitmaston Duchess ; Captain Alcock was a good second, and there 
were thirteen other lots shown. Mr. C. B. Weaver was also awarded 
the first prize in a very large class for a single variety fit for the table, 
winning with extra fine fruit of Prince Imperial, this being another 
name for Pitmaston Duchess ; Mr. C. Fisher was second. Apples were 
also largely shown. The best six dessert varieties, consisting of New¬ 
town Pippin, Ribston Pippin, Blenheim Pippin, King of the Pippins, 
Royal George, and Jackson’s were staged by Mr. E. Hall ; J. D. W. 
Digby, Esq., being a good second. For four dessert varieties, Mrs. 
Pinder (Mr. J. Riddick, gardener) was first, and Mr. E. T. Hall second. 
Kitchen Apples were extra good, the Dorset and Somerset dishes quite 
eclipsing those sent from Hor ham in Sussex. For six varieties, Mr. 
J. D. W. Digby was first, the collection consisting of very fine dishes of 
Peasgood’s Nonesuch, Cox’s Pomona, Ecklinville, Mere de Menage, 
Warner’s King, and Hawthornden ; Mr. W. H. Long, M.P. (Mr. A. Miller, 
gardener), was a good seeond. Four competed in the class for six 
varieties of dessert fruit. The Marquis of Bath (Mr. W. Pratt, gar¬ 
dener), Longleat, was placed first, having beautifully finished Muscat of 
Alexandria and good Alicante Grapes, Late Admirable Peaches, Coe’s 
Golden Drop Plums, King of the Pippins Apples, and Gansel’s Bergamot 
Pears ; Mr. H. W. Tugwell (gardener, Mr. J. Ellicott), Bath, was second, 
the Lady Downe’s and Muscat of Alexandria Grapes being good in this 
collection. Only one class was provided for vegetables. For a col¬ 
lection to occupy a space 4 feet by 3 feet, Mr. J. D. W. Digby was 
well first, having extra fine examples of Celery Wright’s Grove White, 
Broccoli Veitch’s Autumn Protecting, Tomato Hackwood Park, Brussels 
Sprouts The Aigburth, Potato Reading Russet, Carrot Veitch’s Match¬ 
less, Parsnip The Student, and Onion Rousham Park. The second 
prize also came from the Sherborne district and was of great merit. 
Mr. W. E. S. Erie Drax (Mr. J. H. Copp, gardener), Holnest Park, was 
the exhibitor 
PORTSMOUTH.— November 7th, 8th, and 9th. 
A larger and finer exhibition than ever was held by this flourishing 
southern society in the Drill Hall, Landport, on the dates named. The 
great building is specially adapted for such a show, as ample space i9 
afforded for the exhibits as well as for visitors, the' secret of the large 
attendance being the popular low prices for admission. As showing the 
advance in competition in almost all classes it may be stated that six 
tables, 108 feet long each, 10 feet longer than last year, were required 
instead of four as before to display the exhibits of cat blooms, fruit, 
and vegetables. The staging of the exhibits was ably carried out by 
Mr. Collins and his assistants, reflecting credit upon them, and 
Mr. Power, the courteous Honorary Secretary, was indefatigable in his 
duties to make the Exhibition what it was, a splendid success. 
Plants. —Trained plants were staged on the floor down the centre 
of the Hall, and being mostly of good quality made an imposing display. 
Jubilee prizes of £10, £5, and £2 10s. were offered for eight specimens, 
four incurved or reflexed and four Japanese. Mr. H. Joy, nurseryman, 
Shirley, Southampton, was an easy first with splendid examples from. 
4 to 5 feet in diameter, profusely flowered and neatly trained, Williami 
Robinson, Bouquet Fait Golden Christine, Mrs. Forsythe, Dr. Sharpe, 
Hiver Fleuri, and Madame Bertie Rendatler were the best. Mr. Mills, 
gardener to Mrs. Pearce, The Firs, Bassett, Southampton, was second, 
staging smaller specimens. Another class for eight plants was set apart 
for which Mr. Penford was the only competitor, staging creditable 
examples of leading varieties. For the best group of Chrysanthemums, 
arranged in a space 50 square feet, there were the unusual number of 
twelve competitors. The first prize was awarded to Mr. H. Gate, 
gardener to G. Cook, Esq., Gosport, for plants characterised by excellent 
blooms, but the arrangement was faulty. The second prize was awarded 
to Mr. Hatch for a capitally arranged group, and the plants being well! 
grown, but the extra sized flowers of the first prize group carried the 
day owing to the absence of special regulations to the contrary in the 
schedule. Mr. W. Roberts, gardener to E. R. Longcroft, Esq., Hall 
Place, Havant, was an excellent third. Three extra prizes were given in 
this class, and right well they were merited. For a single specimen 
plant Mr. Joy staged Madame Bertie Rendatler, from 5 to 6 feet in 
diameter, quite covered with bloom. Table plants, Primulas, and 
Solanums were well shown by Messrs. Molyneux, Agate, and H. Drover, 
Ventnor. 
Cut Blooms. —These were both numerous and good, 1800 being 
placed in competition. The increased number of entries sho ved that 
much interest is being taken in the cultivation of Chrysanthemums in 
the Portsmouth district, while the quality throughout was above the 
average for the year. 
The principal class was that for thirty-six blooms, eighteen to be 
Japanese and eighteen incurved, distinct, for which the second challenge 
trophy was offered, value £25 and £G in money, while the second prize 
was £5 ; third, £2 10s., and fourth, £1. Six entered the list, making a 
capital show. Messrs. W. & G. Drover, nurserymen, Fareham, were easy 
winners ; the incurved blooms were large and fresh, while the Japanese 
were of good quality, and all staged well. The varieties were as follows : 
—Japanese—Back row—Boule d’Or, Baronne de Prailly, Gloriosum, 
Edwin Molyneux, Madame C. Audiguier, and Carew Underwood. Middle 
row—M. J. M. Pigny, Marguerite Marrouch, Meg Merrilies, Fimbriatum, 
Ralph Brocklebank, and Madame Baco. Front row—Criterion, Belle 
Paule, Jean Ddlaux, Mdlle. Lacroix, Val d’Andorre, and Avalanche. 
Incurved - Back row—Golden Empress, Empress of India, Queen of 
England, Golden Queen of England, Alfred Salter, and Lord Alcester 
(grand). Middle row—Prince Alfred, Mrs. W. Shipman, Novelty, John 
Salter, Mrs. Heales, and Lord Wolseley. Front row—Lady Hardinge, 
Empress Eu.Anie, Nil Desperandum, Princess of Wales. Jardin des 
Plantes, and Jeanne d’Arc. Mr. Neville, gardener to F. W. Flight, Esq., 
Twyford, Winchester, was second, the Japanese and incurved also being 
smaller but capitally finished. Mr. Penfold, gardener to Sir F. Fitz- 
Wygram, Leigh Park, Havant, third, who staged his blooms much too 
low. Fourth, Mr. J. Inglefield, gardener to Sir J. W. Kelk, Bart., Ted- 
worth, Marlborough. 
The next important class was for twenty-four blooms, half Japanese 
and the remainder incurved, seven competitors. Mr. Molyneux, gar¬ 
dener to W. H. Myers, Esq., Swanmore Park, Bishop’s AValtham, was- 
easily first, his blooms being of good quality, though not *• monsters, 
while they were staged in his usual good style. Japanese :—Edwin 
Molyneux, Baronne de Prailly, Meg Merrilies, Madame C. Audiguier, 
Avalanche, Val d’Andorre, Mrs. Falconer Jameson, Ralph Brocklebank, 
Boule d’Or, Belle Paule, Golden Dragon, and Madame Laing. In¬ 
curved :—Empress of India. Golden Empress, Alfred Salter, Queen of 
England, Golden Queen of England, John Salter, Lord Alcester, Lcrd 
Wolseley, Bronze Queen of England, Jeanne d’Arc, Nil Desperandum, and' 
