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THE GARDENING WORLD 
May 29, 1886. 
the arrangement of the numerous exhibits. At'six 
o’clock, the members of the Mechanics’ Institute, as 
well as the general public, were admitted, and large 
numbers availed themselves of the opportunity of in¬ 
specting the numerous exhibits. The hall presented a 
very pleasing effect, the orchestra being nicely fur¬ 
nished with a great variety of flowering plants. Low 
tables were arranged upon each side of the room, upon 
which the choicer Orchids were judiciously arranged 
amongst small-growing Palms and Ferns, whilst the 
centre of the floor was occupied with the larger groups, 
the principal one being sent by the mayor (Alderman 
William Lambers, J.P., Mapperley Hall), who is pre¬ 
sident of the society. With the exception of some 
well-flowered seedling Gloxineas, and a few well- 
coloured Caladiums (PriDce Albert Edward), the group 
possessed no other special merits. A long cross table 
was devoted to cut flowers, and much interest was evi¬ 
dently centred in them. Mr. T. S. Ware, Tottenham, 
sent a good box containing many fine examples of hardy 
spring flowers, amongst which we noticed the lovely 
crimson Ixia crateroides, which was much admired, and 
the pretty double white Saxifraga granulata fl. pi. ; a 
vote of thanks was accorded for this interesting collec¬ 
tion. Messrs. Cannell & Son, Swanley, sent a splendid 
lot of cut flowers of the new Carnation, Pride of 
Penshurst, which was much admired and favourably 
commented upon by admirers of this class of flowers. 
Lieut.-Col. Seely, M.P., Sherwood Lodge, Notts (gar¬ 
dener, Mr. Swanwick), contributed a very interesting 
stand of cut stove and greenhouse flowers, amongst 
which were remarkably good blooms of Anthurium 
Andreanum and Anthurium Scherzerianum, &c. ; the 
same exhibitor staged about twenty fine Cockscombs, 
which were not thoroughly developed. C. J. Cox, 
Esq., J.P., Basfdrd (gardener, Mr. Meadows), had 
several exhibits, amongst which was a good box of stove 
and greenhouse flowers ; and Mr. J. B. Hallam, Not¬ 
tingham, some well-arranged hand-bouquets, wreaths 
for the hair, &c. During the evening, large numbers 
gathered around the table containing the exhibits of 
Miss Cutts, Malvern House, Nottingham (gardener, 
Mr. German), which contained some fine examples of 
rare Orchids, very noticeable being Odontoglossum 
citrosmum roseurn, carrying four fine spikes ; Brassia 
verrucosa major, four spikes; Cypripedium caudatum, 
with sepals over 22 ins. long; Aerides Fieldingii, 
Cattleya Mendelii, Cattleya Mossiae (var. Sanderianum), 
and the curious Oneidium jiapilio, &c. It is to be re¬ 
gretted that many of the specimens contained in this 
interesting group had not their names attached, causing 
much inconvenience and confusion amongst those 
interested in this curious and beautiful class of 
plants. Samuel Thacker, Esq., Minever House, Not¬ 
tingham sent some well-flowered Cattleyas of the 
Mossiae type ; but, like the preceding lot, the names 
were not forthcoming. Oneidium Marshallianum and 
a variety of cut flowers were fairly well shown by the 
same gentleman. H. R. Clifton, Esq., Clifton Hall 
(gardener, Mr. Anderson), sent some well-flowered 
Calceolarias, and a very large variety of Mignonette, 
said to be of American origin ; his table also contained 
some small but well-flowered plants of Cypripedium 
barbatum, and a good specimen of Impatiens Sultani. 
Mr. Locker, curator of the Nottingham Arboretum, 
had a large varied collection of Sedums, Agaves, and 
Cacti, which during the evening received a large share 
of attention from the visitors. Many other good 
groups were set up by members. A very creditable lot 
of Ferns and flowering plants came from W. H. Farmer, 
Esq., of Alexandra Park, and Mr. C. J. Mee, Woollaton 
Hall Gardens. Ten o’clock brought the exhibition to 
a close,, and concluded one of the most successful 
meetings yet held by the society.— J. H. TV. 
Aberdeen Horticultural Association.— 
The members of this association held their usual 
monthly meeting on the evening of Friday, 21st inst., 
in the hall of the Christian Institute, Aberdeen. 
There was a capital attendance of members, and the 
president Mr. Peter Harper (Duthio Public Park) 
occupied the chair. Mr. J. Taylor, Clashfarquhar, 
read an able and interesting paper on “The Action of 
Light on the Colour of Flowers.” He showed in a 
lucid manner how the sun’s rays affected the colour 
of flowers and also fertilization. Discussion followed, 
and a hearty vote of thanks -was accorded the author of 
the paper. Mr. Farquhar, Fyvie, read a short paper 
on “Peas,” dealing mainly with their cultivation. 
He gave a brief sketch of the history of the Pea, and 
compared some of the numerous varieties. In con¬ 
clusion, he touched upon the best modes of preserving 
the plant from the attacks of insects, vermin, and game. 
Mr. Farquhar was awarded the thanks of the meeting 
for his interesting contribution. A number of blooms 
were exhibited, and, on the recommendation of the 
committee a Cultural Certificate was awarded to Mr. 
Hay, Westburn, for two beautiful Cinerarias. The 
thanks of the members were also accorded to Mr. A. 
Robson, Aberdeen, for a fine collection of Tulips ; to 
Mr. A. Grigor, Fairfield, for a splendid collection of 
cut flowers ; and to Mr. James Scott, Deemount Road, 
for boxes of Pelargonium blooms. A cordial vote of 
thanks to the president for his conduct in the chair, 
terminated the proceedings. 
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS. 
Gooseberry Bushes. — T. M.: We never saw Gooseberry 
shoots so badly'blighted before, or heard of so many trees being 
in such a filthy condition. We cannot assign any cause for the 
visitation, but certainly should not attribute it to the manure. 
The dead points would seem to show that you took no measures 
to clean the trees last year, and they have become debilitated in 
consequence, and unable to shake off the enemy. If you cannot 
afford to use Fir-tree oil, or any other of the admirable in¬ 
secticides now in the market, get a large tank of soft-water, add 
tobacco juice and soft soap, until you have made it of good 
strength, and with this wash the trees with the garden engine. 
There is no easier method, and you must get to work at once or 
your trees will be ruined. 
Fumigating. — A. M. : So far from the practice being “all 
nonsense,” it is now followed by many, and with the most satis¬ 
factory results. You have failed somehow in your method, and 
our advice is to try again. See Mr. Otto Bailiffs letter on p. 556 
of our number for May 1st. If you open the ventilators early 
in the morning, the smell of the Tobacco need be no stronger 
than if you fumigated it in the ordinary way. 
Adenocarpus. — Erratum: The specific name of the Adeno- 
carpus mentioned at p. 596 is decorticans, not decoiticus as 
there printed. 
Names of Plants. — E. J. H. C.: The orange flower is Diplacns 
glutinosus. and the red one Habrothamnus elegans. The other 
specimens are too small for identification.— T. 2f. F.: Dendro- 
biiim crepidatum.— Plants received without a letter. —1, Scilla 
nutans (blue); 2, Doronicum austriacum (yellow): 3, Claytonia 
perfoliata.— R. W.: 1, Exquisetuin sylvaticum ; 2, Allamanda 
neriifolia; 3 looks like Musssenda frondosa, but materials in¬ 
sufficient ; 4, Aubretia deltoidea. 
Communications Received. —A. O.—P. B.—J. H. W —W. P.— 
J. W.—W. S— H. K., N.B.—W. W. B.—B. L— R. B.—H. J. J.— 
T. F. & Son. 
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TRADE CATALOGUE RECEIVED. 
A. F. Sarafana & Co., Saint Paul, Brazil.—List of Orchids. 
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LONDON SEED TRADE. 
May 26th, 1886. 
Messrs. Hurst & Son, Seed Merchants, 152, 
Houndsditch, and 39, Seed Market, Mark Lane, E. C., 
report almost total absence of business on the market 
to-day, and the attendance exceedingly small. There 
is still a plentiful supply of all kinds of Clover on offer, 
and it is presumed, therefore, that considerable stocks 
will be carried forward to another season, which may 
probably have a depressing effect upon the value of the 
growing crop, should this prove to be up to the average 
yield. Prices all round rule unusually low, and in the 
absence of any speculative demand, there is no appre¬ 
ciable change to note on last week’s quotations. Italian, 
Perennial, and other Grasses are still inquired for. 
The demand for Mustard is more active, and fine 
samples being scarce, command high prices. The prin¬ 
cipal supply consists of medium quality seed, which is 
held firm for full value. Rape maintains late quo¬ 
tations. 
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COVENT GARDEN MARKET. 
May 27th. 
Fruit.—Average Wholesale Prices. 
s.d. s.d. s.d. s.d. 
4 0 Pine-apples, St. 
6 0 Michaels, each .... 2 6 10 0 
Pears.per dozen 
Strawberries ..per lb. 2 0 
Apples, £ sieve. 2 0 
Grapes.per lb. 2 6 
Kent Cobs,per 100 lbs.40 0 
Peaches, per doz. 8 0 
Pine-apples, Eng., lb. 2 6 
21 0 
3 6 
6 0 
Canadian Apples, brl.12 0 21 0 
Vegetables.—Average Retail Prices. 
s.d. s.d. 
Ai-tichokes, Globe,doz. 2 0 3 0 
Beans, French, per lb. 2 0 2 6 
Beet, per dozen. 2 0 3 0 
Cabbages_per doz. 2 6 5 0 
Carrots, per bunch ..06 
Cauliflowers, English, 
per dozen . 40 60 
Celery, per bundle ..16 26 
Cucumbers, each .... 06 
Endive, French, doz. 2 6 
Herbs, per bunch.... 02 
1 0 
3 6 
0 4 
s.d. s.d. 
Horse Radish, bundle 3 0 5 0 
Lettuces ..per dozen 1 C 
Mushrooms, p. basket 10 2 0 
Onions, per bushel ..5 0 6 0 
Parsley, per bunch ..06 
Badishes, per dozen.. 1 6 
Small salading,punnet 0 4 
Sea Kale, per basket.. 16 2 0 
Spinach, per strike ..20 
Tomatos, per lb. 2 0 2 6 
New Turnips,per bun. 1 6 
Potatos.- Kent Regents, 80s. to 100s. per ton ; Kent Kidneys, 
80s. to 100s. per ton ; Champions, 70s. per ton. 
Cut Flowers.—Average Wholesale Prices. 
s.d. 
s.d. 
Anemone, 12 bunches 
Arum Lilies, 12 blms. 4 0 
Azalea, 12 sprays .... 06 
Blue Bells . 0 9 
Bouvardias, per bun. 0 6 
Camellias, 12 blooms. 1 6 
Carnations, 12 blooms 1 0 
Cyclamen, 12 blooms. 
Daffodils, 12 bunches.. 
Eucharis, per dozen.. 4 0 6 0 
Forget-me-not or Myo- 
sotis, 12 bunches ..2 0 4 0 
Gardenias, 12 blooms. 10 4 0 
Heliotropes, 12 sprays 0 6 10 
Hyacinths (Dutch), 
Lapageria,red,12blms> 10 2 0 
Lilac, English, 12 
bunches . 4 
Lilac (French), bunch 5 
Lilies, 12 sprays .... 0 
Plants in Pots. 
s.cl. s.d. 
Aralia Sieboldi, doz.. 6 0 18 0 
Arum Lilies, per doz. 9 0 12 0 
Azalea, per dozen .. 24 0 
Bedding Plants, 
various, per doz. . 
Begonias, per dozen.. 
Cineraria, per dozen.. 
Cyperus, per dozen .. 
Dracsna term., doz. .30 0 
— viridis, per dozen 12 0 24 
Evergreens, in var., 
per dozen . 6 0 24 
Ferns, in var., doz. .. 4 0 IS 
Ficus elastlca, each ..16 7 
8 0 
7 0 
1 0 
s.d. s.d. 
Marguerites, 12 bun... 3 0 6 0 
Mignonette, 12 bun... 3 0 9 0 
Narciss, various, 
per dozen bunches 2 0 6 0 
Pelargoniums, per 12 
sprays. 0 9 
1 0 
6 0 
4 0 
4 0 
— scarlet, 12 sprays.. 0 4 0 6 
Primula, double, bun. 0 6 10 
Primroses .06 10 
Roman Hyacinths .. 
Roses (coloured) .... 2 0 4 0 
Roses, Tea per dozen 0 9 2 0 
Stepbanotis, 12 sprays 16 3 0 
Spiiaea, doz. bunches 6 0 9 0 
Tropieolums . 10 20 
Tuberoses, per dozen. 1 0 
Tulips, 12 blooms.. ..20 
Violet, 12 bunches .. 
— Panne. 
White Jasmine, bun. 0 6 
Average Wholesale Prices. 
s.d. 
Foliage Plants, vari¬ 
ous, each. 2 0 10 6 
Genista, per dozen ..4 0 6 0 
Heaths or Erica, var., 
per dozen .10 0 24 0 
Lilies of the Valley, 
pots, per dozen... .12 0 24 
1 6 
0 6 
0 9 
s.d. 
42 0 
2 0 
12 0 
S 0 
12 0 
60 0 
0 
Marguerites, per doz. S 0 12 0 
Mignonette, per doz. 6 0 SO 
Palms in variety, each 2 6 21 0 
Pelargoniums, do 2 . 9 0 IS 0 
Pelargoniums, scarwt, 
per dozen . 30 60 
Spiraea, per dozen.... 9 0 lo 0 
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THE FACULTY pronounce it “the most nutritious, perfectly 
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invaluable for Invalids and Children.” 
Being without Sugar, Spice, or other admixture, it suits all 
palates, keeps for years in all climates, and is f ur times the 
strength of Cocoas thickened , yet weakened, with Arrowroot, 
Starch, Ac., and in reality cheaper than such mixtuies. 
Made instantaneously with boiling water, a teaspoonful to a 
Breakfast cup costing less than a halfpenny. 
Cocoatina possesses remarkable sustaining proper¬ 
ties, and is specially adapted for early Breakfast. 
In tins, at Is. 6 d., 3s., 5s. 6 d., Ac., by Chemists and Grocers. 
Sole Proprietors : 
H. SCHWEITZER 8: CO.. 10. Adam Street, Strand, London, 
W.C. 
ERANIUMS, carriage free, best for pots, 
YA winter bloom, or bedding:—VESUVIUS, scarlet; WHITE 
VESUVIUS ; WONDERFUL, double scarlet ; MADAME 
BALTET, double white ; I’VE GOT IT. large white; MADAME 
THIBAUT, double pink ; Is. 6cZ. per doz. ; Ss. per 100. GERA¬ 
NIUMS, WEST BRIGHTON GEM. bright scarlet; HENRI 
JACOB T, dark crimson ; PRIMA DONNA, large white : ALBA 
PERFECTA, double white ; GUILLON MANGILLI, double 
shaded crimson; E. V. RASPAIL, double dark scarlet: 2s. per 
doz.; 12s. per 100. GERANIUMS, MRS. STRUTT, largest 
pink out; PRINCESS HELEN, the best pink yet produced for 
winter bloom or bedding ; RUBIS, double, deep magenta crim¬ 
son ; MRS. THEOBALD, double white, best winter bloomer; 
LOVELINESS, best double pink, for pots or winter bloom; 
MR. GLADSTONE, double, large orange scarlet; 4c?. cash ; or 
3s. per dozen.—From B. W. KNIGHT, Florist, Battle, Sussex. 
UPTON’S PLANTS for the GARDEN & GREENHOUSE 
Now Ready at the following Low Prices for Cash. 
20,000 Cyclamen persicum, excellent strain, Is. per. doz. ; 5s. 
per 100. 
3,000 Surplus Stock of Palms in 3-in. pots, clean and healthy, in 
four best varieties, 2s. 6 d. per doz.; 16s. per 100. 
Primulas, finest fringed white aDd coppery scarlet, and semi¬ 
double white and red; ready shortly. Each of the above, 
Is. 3d. per dozen. 
Cinerarias, warranted from a prize strain, splendid, Is. 6<i. per 
doz. 
Gloxinias, strong seedlings, including all the splendid varieties, 
2s. 6 d. per doz. 
Ferns in four varieties for greenhouse, 2s. 6 d. per doz. 
Asters, fiuest strain or white, separate, 2s. 6d. per 100; Golden- 
Feather, 2s. 6 d. per 100; Lobelia, dwarf blue, 2s. 6<f. per 
100 ; Verbenas, choicest hybrids, Is. per doz.; Stocks, best 
double strain, 2s. 6d. per 100 ; Aoeratum, Imperial Dwarf, 
double blue, special offer, 9 d. per doz., 4s. per 100; Single 
Dahlias, from prize flowers, strong. Is. 6<i. per doz. : Ever¬ 
lasting Flowers, finest strain, 9d. per doz.; Sweet Sultan, 
fine mixed, 9 d. per doz.; African Marigold, fine mixed, 9rf. 
per doz.. 
All post free, except Palms, those sent by rail. 
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GRAND NEW SEEDLING POTATO. 
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sorts in cultivation. 
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STRAWBERRIES ALL THE YEAR 
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