January 12 , 18S8. ] 
JOURXAL OF HORTICULTURE AND COTTAGE GARDENER. 
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and Lady Hardinge. Japanese—Madame Lacroix, Madame Bertie Ken- 
datler, La Nympbe, and Source d’Or. Refiexed—Dr. Sharpe, Chevalier 
Domage, Mrs. Forsyth, and King of Crimsons. Plants are grown with from 
twenty to 100 stems and blooms, according to the skill displased in their 
culture. Mr. E. Beckett gives the requisite details in a paper, which 
■will appear in the Journal. He is a very able cultivator of Chrysan¬ 
themums. 
Rbododendrons QE. <r. O.'). —The dictum that “ Rhododendrons 
will not grow without peat ” is the reverse of well founded. We have 
seen peat carted long distances for these shrubs, and it was afterwards 
found that some planted in the ordinary soil of the shrubbery borders 
grew better than those in the peat beds. They will grow in loam that 
does not contain much lime, and if the subsoil is not dry ; but peat, 
leaf mould, cocoa-nut fibre refuse, and even sawdust, are all goocl for 
incorporating with heavy lands for these beautiful evei’green shrubs. 
Rhododendrons are often injured by digging amongt them ruthlessly, 
thus destroying the fine fibrous roots that usually form near the surface 
of the ground. Top-dressings of loam and the ingredients indicated are 
excellent for Rhododendrons. 
Winter Dressing: 'Vines (^F. J .').—It is a good plan to wash the 
rods after pruning. The loose bark should be removed, any that comes 
away readily, but there should be no atcempt at scraping. Wash the 
Vines in the first instance with a softsoap solution, 4 ozs. to the gallon 
of water, using a brush ; then dress with a mixture of softsoap, 4 ozs. 
to half gallon of water, a like quantity of tobacco juice from the manu¬ 
facturers, a quarter of a pint of spirits of turpentine, with as much 
flowers of sulphur added as will form a cream, brushing this well into 
every angle and crevice, being careful, however, not to injure the buds, 
and yet di-ess the Vines in every part. It will destroy every insect that 
infests Vines, and i^good against mildew. 
Fagre’s Champion Auricula (^Florist ').—Ho doubt, as you suggest) 
we could find something about this variety on consulting “ old books.’’ 
As an example we turn to “ Gossip of the Garden, ’ and in a description 
of Auriculas in 1861 find this paragraph ;—“ Page's OliampUm .— 
Londoners are justly proud of their two green edges, this and the Duke 
of Wellington. Very showy they both are, and this is something better 
than showy. Still, it is far from perfect—like every other green edged 
Auricula. Why cannot they be brought as near perfection as the greys 
or seifs ? Fairly circular, never flat in the pip ; edge a pure vivid green, 
lighter than Colonel Taylor or Freedom ; colour light reddish violet that 
commonly darkens as it grows older ; paste circular and good; eye 
circular, of a dark lasting cowslip, ■with anthers slightly above the sur¬ 
face ; excellent trusser ; and lasts in bloom as long as any. Foliage 
good, curly, green.” 
Artificial Manure for Fruit Trees (.7. F .').—All the advertised 
manures are good for fruit trees, as they contain the different food con¬ 
stituents properly blended, and it is impossible to say that one is better 
than another for any particular soil, and the absence of an analysis of 
it, and for practical purposes that is not necessary in such cases as 
yours. Apply the manures according to the instructions accompanying 
them, giving a little more or less according to the weakness or vigour of 
the trees. Crushed bones are good, applying about a pint to every square 
yard, and pointing in lightly. But why not make your own manure ? 
Save the bones of the house, put them in a cask packed in wood ashes. 
They will dissolve and be a superphosphate, to which you can add an 
equal quantity of soot, and apply a good handful to every square yard of 
ground occupied by the roots in early spring, lightly pointing in, and 
repeat after the fruit is set, not neglecting to give water and to mulch 
with grass or litter in dry weather. 
■Applying Fo'wl Manure (77. 7?.).—Fowl manure being very 
powerful should not be applied too liberallj’", about 0 tons per acre being 
a sufficiently heavy dressing for ground to be cropped with vegetables, 
and is best applied shortly before the crops are sown or planted. For 
garden crops we use it at the rate named—viz., to 8 lbs. per square 
yard with very satisfactory results. It is applied to the surface evenly 
and pointed in with a fork lightly. For flowers it is not advisable to 
give so heavy a dressing, as it sometimes proves too powerful for the 
delicate and moderate growing kinds, promoting luxuriance of growth 
not favourable to the production of flowers ; therefore we think it best 
to give a light dressing about February, and again in June to plants 
that have been planted in autumn or are permanent, in each case point¬ 
ing it in lightly. For ground intended to be planted with flowers it may 
be applied just before planting, pointing it in with a fork, following 
with a light sprinkling between the plants a little before they come into 
flower, or when they are showing the flower buds, giving at the same 
time a good watering if the weather be dry. It is assumed the manure 
is dry and mixed -with sand or road grit used. If the manure is un¬ 
mixed it must be used in lessened proportion. Being rich in ammonia 
it should not be left on the surface of the soil, as the ammonia will be 
rapidly evolved and pass away. It should be kept dry, and not placed 
thickly so as to heat before it is used. 
Amaryllis (Sprekella formoslssima) (7?. <S'.). — This, the 
.lacobma Lily, is very beautiful. Its fine crimson flowers are produced 
in early summer before the leaves. The plants should be well supplied 
with water during the period of growth, alternating with liquid manure 
so as to produce vigorous leaves, keeping the plants in a very light posi¬ 
tion in order to a thorough solidification of the growth and perfection 
of the bulbs. When the foliage gives indications of ripening lessened 
supplies of water should be given, and when the plants are at rest little 
will be required. They succeed admirably in a compost of good fibrous 
loam, leaf soil, and sand in equal parts, affonling pots twice in diameter 
that of the bulbs, or if more than one .are grown in a pot allow corre¬ 
sponding space, and in potting bury the bulbs in the soil level with the 
neck. If they have a greenhouse temperature it will be .ample, but they 
will succeed in a light cool stove. They should bo potted before they 
push fresh growths. If you wish to grow the plants outdoors choose a 
well drained, dry, and warm position near a wall, using good loam, leaf 
soil, .and sand in equal parts, loosening it fully 18 inches deep. Place 
the bulbs from 6 to 8 inches deep, surround each with sand, and then 
cover with the compost, pressing it rather firmly about them. The best 
time to plant is in spring before the flower stems are sent up, when they 
begin to make roots. During growth in dry weather afford water or 
liquid manures. They should not be again disturbed for years, they 
will have established and form splendid masses of blooms in suitable 
positions. 
Names of Fruits. —The n.ames and addresses of senders of fruit 
to be named must in all cases be enclosed with the specimens, whether 
letters referring to the fruit are sent by post or not. The names are 
not necessarily required for publication, initials sufficing for that. Only 
six specimens can be named at once, and any beyond that number can¬ 
not be preserved. (T. Tatham ).—The large Apple is Orange Goff, the 
small one we do not know. 
Names of Plants.— We only undertake to name species of plants, 
not varieties that h.ave originated from seed and termed florists’ flO'Vers. 
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 or soft green leaves form the best packing, dry cotton 
wool the worst. Not more than six specimens can be named at once. 
(<?. F. B. Sgialding ').—Odontoglossum Insleayi. (IF. 77 T .').—1 .and 2, 
Laslia anceps varieties, both good, but the former especially very dark 
coloured. (^Inquirer ').—1 and 2, Polypodium aureum ; 3, Asplenium 
longissimum ; 4, Polystichum aculeatum. (W. 7y.).—1, Primula sinensis 
alba plen.a. 
COVENT GARDEN MARKET. —January 11th. 
MAiket quiet, with no alteration. 
PLANTS IN POTS. 
6. 
d. 
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d. 
8. 
d 
Aralia Siebo’di, dozen .. 
6 
0tol2 
0 
Fuchsia, dozen. 
0 
0 
to 0 
Arbor vitae (golden) dozen 
6 
0 
9 
0 
Hyacinths, dozen •• .. 
9 
0 
12 
9 
yt (common),dozen.. 
0 
0 
0 
0 
„ (Roman), doz. 
9 
0 
10 
0 
Azalea, dozen .. .. • • 
24 
0 
42 
0 
Hydrangea, dozen 
0 
0 
0 
0 
Begonias, dozen •. • • 
4 
0 
9 
0 
Lilies Valley, dozen 
18 
0 
24 
0 
Chrysanthemums, dozen 
9 
0 
18 
0 
Lilinm lancifolium, doz. 
0 
0 
0 
0 
Cineraria, dozen • • .. 
10 
0 
12 
0 
„ longidorum, doz. 
0 
0 
0 
0 
Cyclamen, dozen .. .. 
12 
0 
24 
0 
Marguerite Daisy, dozen 
6 
0 
12 
0 
Bracsena terminalis, doz. 
30 
0 
60 
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Mignonette, dozen • • • • 
0 
0 
0 
0 
„ viridis, dozen.. 
12 
0 
24 
0 
Musk, dozen . 
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0 
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Bpiphyllnm, dozen .. .. 
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18 
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Myrtles, dozen. 
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12 
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Brica, various, dozen 
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18 
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Palms, in var.,each 
2 
6 
21 
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Buonymus, in var., dozen 
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0 
18 
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Pelargoniums, dozen 
0 
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Evergreens, in var., dozen 
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24 
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„ scarlet, doz. 
8 
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12 
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Ferns, in variety, dozen 
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0 
18 
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Poin&ettia, dozen .. .. 
12 
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18 
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Ficus elastica, each • • 
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6 
7 
0 
Solanum, dozen •• 
9 
0 
12 
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Foliage Plants, var., each 
2 
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10 
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Tulips, dozen pota .. .. 
6 
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9 
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CUT FLOWERS. 
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AbntUona, 12 bnnehea .. 
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0 to 6 
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Lilies, White, 12 bunches 
0 
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to 0 
0 
Anemones, 12 bunches •• 
0 
0 
0 
0 
,, Orange, 12 bunches 
0 
0 
0 
0 
Arum Lilies, 12 blooms •• 
5 
0 
8 
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Lily oE the Valley, 12 
„ French, bunch .. 
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sprays . 
0 
9 
1 
6 
Asters, 12 bunches . • •. 
0 
0 
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Marguerites, 12 bunches 
2 
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6 
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Azalea, 12 sprays .. .. 
1 
0 
1 
6 
Mignonette. 12 bunches 
3 
0 
6 
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Bouvardiap, bunch . • •. 
0 
6 
1 
0 
Narciss, white (Fiench) 12 
Camellias, 12 blooms •• 
3 
0 
4 
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buoebes . 
6 
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10 
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Carnations, 12 blooms • • 
1 
0 
2 
0 
Pelargoniums, 12 trusses 
1 
0 
1 
6 
,, 12 bunches •• 
0 
0 
0 
0 
„ scarlet, 12 trusses 
0 
6 
0 
9 
Christmaa Roaea or 
Poinsettia, 12 blooms •• 
6 
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8 
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Hellebore, 12 blooms .. 
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6 
2 
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Primula (single), bunch. • 
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6 
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Chrysanthemums, 12 bchs. 
15 
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24 
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«, (double), bunch .. 
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9 
1 
6 
,, 12 blooms 
2 
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4 
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Polyanthus, 12 bunches.. 
0 
0 
0 
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Cyclamen, 12 blooma .. 
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6 
1 
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Ranunculus, 12 bunches 
0 
0 
0 
0 
Daisies, 12 bunches 
2 
0 
4 
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Boses, 12 bunches ., •• 
0 
0 
0 
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Epiphyllum. 12 blooms .• 
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6 
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9 
„ (indoor), dozen .. 
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Euebaris, dozen • • • • 
4 
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6 
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„ Tea, dozen .. .. 
1 
6 
6 
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Gardenias, 12 blooma ,. 
9 
0 
12 
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red, dozen (French) 
1 
6 
8 
0 
Hyacinths, Homan, 12 
„ yellow . 
6 
0 
9 
0 
sprays 
0 
6 
1 
0 
Stephanotis, 12 sprays .. 
0 
0 
0 
0 
Iris, 12 bnnehea .. 
0 
0 
0 
0 
Tropaeolum, 12 bunches 
2 
0 
3 
0 
Lapageria, white, 12 
Tuberoses, 12 blooms •• 
1 
0 
1 
6 
blooma. 
2 
0 
8 
0 
Tulips, dozen blooms •« 
0 
9 
1 
& 
Lapageria, coloured, 12 
Violets, 12 bunches.. .. 
1 
0 
1 
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blooms. 
1 
0 
1 
6 
„ (French), bunch 
1 
9 
2 
3 
Lilinm longidorum, 12 
(Parme), bunch 
6 
0 
7 
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blooms. 
6 
0 
9 
0 
Wbite Lilac, per bunch .. 
6 
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6 
VEGETABLES. 
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Artichokes, dozen •• *• 
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Lettuce, dozen •• •• 
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Asparagus, bundle .. .. 
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Mushrooms, punnet .. 
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6 
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Beana, Kidney, per lb. .. 
0 
3 
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Mustard and Cress, punt. 
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2 
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6 
Beet, Bed, dozen .. .. 
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Onions, bunch. 
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Broccoli, bundle .. •• 
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Parsley, dozen bunches 
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3 
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Brussels Sprout?, \ sieve 
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Parsnips, dozen .• •• 
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Cabbage, dozen .. .. 
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Potatoes, per cwt. ,♦ .. 
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0 
5 
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CapaienmF, per 100 .. 
1 
e 
2 
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,, kiduev, per cwt. 
4 
0 
0 
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Carrots, bunch •• •• 
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4 
0 
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Rhubarb, bundle •• •• 
0 
2 
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Cauliflower?, dozen 
3 
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4 
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Salsafy, bundle •• 
1 
0 
1 
6 
Celery, bundle .. .. 
1 
6 
2 
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Scorzonera, bundle •• 
1 
6 
0 
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Ooleworts, doz. bunches 
2 
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4 
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Seakale, basket •• 
1 
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Cucumbers, each .. .. 
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6 
Shallots, per tt). •• •• 
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Endive, dozen. 
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Spinach, bushel .. •• 
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6 
2 
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Heros, bunch. 
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Tomatoes, per tb. 
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4 
0 
6 
Leeks, bunch. 
0 
8 
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4 
Turnips, bunch •• •• 
0 
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