July 18, 1889. ] 
JOURNAL OF HORTICULTURE AND COTTAGE GARDENER. 
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them, should be provided, and examined every morning. One of the 
stems appears as if punctured by a small weevil, or the injury may have 
been done by doubling the shoots into the box ; no one could be sure on 
the point, and if you send again please follow our instructions below on 
sending specimens through the post. 
Arranging Houses (J. (9.).—A site shaded by trees till twelve 
o’clock is not suitable for vineries, Cucumbers, and greenhouse plants, 
as they cannot have too much light, or if shade be necessary it is best 
afforded artificially. Of the two plans we should prefer to have all the 
houses span-roofed, with the ends north and south. The vineries being 
18 feet long there will be room for two Vines on each side, each Vine 
having two rods at feet apart, which will give very much better 
results than were they closer together. It is immaterial as to the length 
of rafter ; the most important factor is space—due exposure of the 
foliage to light and air. Of the boilers named it would be difficult to 
point out the “ best,” since all are good in heating power, and easily 
attended to. With plenty of depth an upright form would occupy the 
least space, but if you cannot make a deep stokehole a saddle form 
might answer your purpose. 
Hoya bella (J. P .).—Although you have failed to see references 
to this charming flower, it does not follow its culture has not been 
FIG. 7.— HOYA BELLA. 
described in our columns. Only a few years ago the following appeared, 
and we think the information is just what you require :—“ One of the 
most charming little plants for the stove is Hoya bella, an umbel and 
spray of which arc shown in the annexed woodcut. It is a diminutive 
and delicate counterpart of the well-known Hoya carnosa, and like its 
equally pretty relative, H. Paxtoni, is much better suited than the old 
species for a shelf near the glass in the stove, as they are both dwarf 
and compact in habit, with small umbels of flowers. These two species 
have long been great favourites, and they are, when well grown, in¬ 
variably admired. Similar treatment suits them both — namely, a 
compost of loam, peat, sand, with finely broken charcoal and old mortar 
rubbish pounded, the pots being thoroughly drained. A warm position 
in the stove is required, where the plants can be fully exposed to the 
light; otherwise they are liable to become sickly and unsatisfactory. 
H. bella has been in cultivation more than thirty years, and might be 
expected to be in almost every collection of plants ; but such is by no 
means the Case, for there are many gardens of more than ordinary pre¬ 
tensions whefe it is not grown. This neglect of a beautiful plant is 
strange, for when its delicate, wax-like white flowers, with their rich 
purple central ray, are fully expanded, the plant is unrivalled except 
by its near relative, H. Paxtoni. The neat trusses of flowers are in¬ 
valuable for cutting when something particularly choice is required.” 
If you wish for more particulars on any point we shall be glad to 
supply them. 
Palms and Bamboos (Pat Murphy ).—You say you repotted the 
plants three months ago, yet now ask what soil they want 1 It would 
perhaps have been belter to have obtained the information before. The 
plants, however, are not very particular in respect to soil, and grow well 
in turfy loam of medium texture with a little bruised charcoal inter¬ 
mixed for keeping it sweet and porous. The turf being of a springy 
nature should be pressed down firmly. With good attention in watering 
large healthy plants may be grown in comparatively small pots. If the 
soil gets too dry before water is given the leaves lose colour, as they also 
do in a very dry atmosphere and under the influence of hot sun. At the 
same time the earth in the pots must not be kept like a puddle. The 
Bamboos will be as well in a shady place outdoors as under glass, and 
perhaps the Palms also ; but you do not mention their names. Possibly 
you do not know them. However, we do not think you will err in 
letting them remain where they are so long as warm weather continues, 
taking them in on the approach of chilly nights in autumn. Sprinkle 
the ashes on whatever the pots stand on frequently, and the vapour 
arising will be beneficial to the plants. 
Karnes of Plants.— We only undertake to name species of plants, 
not varieties that have originated from seed 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 or soft green leaves form the best packing, dry cotton 
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. II. P .).—Campanula rhomboidea. (II. F. E.). —1, Specimen not 
good, perhaps Chlorophyton orchidastrum. 2, Veronica spicata. 3, 
Tradescantia virginica. 
COVENT GARDEN MARKET.— July 17th. 
Trade brisk, with fair supplies of soft fruit. Hothouse goods in less demand. 
CUT FLO WEES. 
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d. 
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Arum Lilies, 12 blooms .. 
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Marguerites, 12 bunches 
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Asters (Fr ), per bunch.. 
1 
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1 
9 
Mignonette, 12 bunches 
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6 
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Bouvardias, bunch .. .. 
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6 
1 
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Myosotis or Forgetmenots 
Cactus, dozen blooms .. 
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2 
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doz. bunches 
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Carnations, 12 blooms .. 
1 
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Narcis* (various) .. .. 
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„ 12 bunches.. 
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Pansies,dozen bnnehes .. 
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Clove Carnations, 12 bnchs 
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12 
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Pelargoniums, 12 trasses 
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6 
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Cornflower, doz. bunches 
1 
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4 
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„ scarlet, 12 bunches 
3 
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6 
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Eucharis, dozen .. .. 
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Premies, dozen blooms .. 
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Gardenias, 12 bloomB .. 
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Pinks (various) 12 bnchs. 
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Gladioli, per bunch.. .. 
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Polyanthus, doz. bunches 
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Gladiolus brenchleyeneis. 
Roses, Moss, doz. bnnehes 
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dozen sprays. 
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,, (indoor),dozen 
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Iris, dozen bunches 
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9 
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„ Mixed, doz. bunches 
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Lilac, White (French), 
„ Bed, dozen bunches 
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per bunch . 
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5 
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,, „ 12 blooms 
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6 
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Lilium anratum, 12 blms 
2 
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4 
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„ Tea, white, dozen.. 
1 
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3 
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Lilium candidum. 12 blms 
0 
6 
1 
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„ Yellow . 
2 
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6 
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„ „ 12 bichs 12 
0 
24 
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Spiraea, dozen bunches .. 
0 
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0 
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Lilium longiflorum, 12 
Stephanotis, doz. sprays 
2 
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blooms. 
2 
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6 
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Stocks, dozen bunches .. 
3 
0 
6 
a 
Lapageria, 12 blooms .. 
1 
0 
2 
6 
Sweet Peas, doz. bunches 
2 
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4 
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Maidenhair Fern, doz. 
Sweet Suban, „ 
4 
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6 
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bunches .. .. .. .. 
4 
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9 
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Tuberoses, 12 blooms .. 
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6 
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PLANTS 
IN POTS. 
P. 
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Aralia Sieboldl, dozen .. 
6 
0 to 12 
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Fuchsia, per dozen.. .. 
4 
0 to 9 
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Arum Lilies, per dozen .. 
0 
0 
0 
0 
Geranium?, Ivy, doz. 
3 
0 
5 
0 
Arbor vitteigolden) dozen 12 
0 
94 
0 
Hydrangea, per dozen .. 
9 
0 
18 
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Asters, 12 pots. 
0 
0 
0 
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Lobelias, per dozen 
3 
0 
6 
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Begonias, various, per doz 
4 
0 
12 
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Marguerite Daisy, dozen 
6 
0 
12 
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Caladiums, per doz. 
9 
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18 
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Mignonette, per dozen •• 
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6 
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Caloeolaria. per dozen .. 
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Musk, per do?en .. .. 
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4 
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„ Herbaceous „ 
6 
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12 
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Myrtles, dozen. 
6 
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12 
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Christmas Bose .. .. 
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0 
0 
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Nasturtiums, per dozen.. 
2 
6 
4 
0 
Cineraria, per dozen 
0 
0 
0 
0 
Palms, in var., each 
2 
0 
81 
0 
Dracasnaterminalis, doz. 
24 
0 
42 
0 
Pelargoniums, scarlet, 12 
2 
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4 
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Drat sena viridis, doz. .. 
12 
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24 
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Pel rgoniums, per dozen 
6 
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18 
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Erica Cavendishi, doz. .. 
0 
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0 
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Rhodauthe, per dozen .. 
6 
0 
9 
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„ various, doz. 
12 
0 
84 
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S-xafraga pyramid alie, 
Euonymus, var,. dozen 
6 
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18 
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per dozen. 
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Evergreens, in var., dozen 
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84 
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Spiisei, per dozen .. .. 
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Ferns, in variety, dozen 
4 
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18 
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„ p&lmata, per doz. 
0 
0 
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Fious elastioa, each 
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6 
7 
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Stocks, per dozen .. •• 
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0 
0 
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Foliage pi arts, var., each 
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10 
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VEGETABLES. 
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Artlohokes, dozen .. .. 
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Lettuce, dozen .. .. 0 
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Asparagus, bundle .. .. 
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5 
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Mushrooms, punnet •• 0 
6 
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Beans, Kidney,per lb. .. 
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3 
0 
6 
Mustard & Cress, punnet 0 
2 
0 
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Beet,Red,dozen •• •• 
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2 
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New Potatoes, per cwt. .. 8 
0 
9 
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Broccoli, bundle •• .. 
0 
0 
0 
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Ouions, bushel .. 3 
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4 
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Brussels Sprouts, J sieve 
0 
0 
0 
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Parsley, dozen bunches 2 
0 
8 
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Cabbage,dozen •• •• 
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6 
0 
0 
Parsnips, dozen .. •• 1 
0 
0 
0 
Capsicums, per 100 .. 
0 
0 
0 
0 
Potatoes, per cwt. 4 
0 
1 
0 
Carrots, bunch •• •• 
0 
4 
0 
0 
„ Kidney, per cwt. 4 
0 
8 
0 
Cauliflowers, dozon 
a 
0 
4 
0 
Rhubarb, bundle •• •• 0 
2 
0 
0 
Celery, bundle •• •• 
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6 
a 
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Salsify, bundle .. .. 1 
0 
1 
6 
Coleworts, doz. bunches 
2 
0 
4 
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Scorzonera, bundle •• 1 
6 
0 
0 
Cucumbers, each •• •• 
0 
3 
0 
6 
Shallots, per tb. .. .. 0 
3 
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Endive, dozen •• •« •• 
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2 
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Spinach, bushel •• •• 3 
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4 
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Herbs, bunch .. .. .. 
0 
2 
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Tomatoes, per lb. .. 0 
6 
0 
9 
Leeks,bunch .. .. .. 
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8 
0 
4 
Turnips, bunch •• •• 0 
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