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THE GARDENING WORLD 
September 7, 1889, 
Ludlow Horticultural. —August 29th. 
In lovely weather this show was held as usual on the 
Old Castle Green, and proved to be one of the best yet 
held by this society. Stove and greenhouse plants were 
shown by Mrs. Foster, Moor Park, Ludlow (gardener, 
Mr. Haggart), and Sir Charles Rouse Boughton, Bart, 
(gardener, Mr. Kennedy), a very fine plant of Oncidium 
flexuosum in Mr. Haggart’s six plants gaining for him 
the first prize. For six ornamental foliage plants, 
first, Mrs. Foster ; second, Sir Charles Rouse Boughton, 
Bart. ; and for three, the Lion. Miss Rushat took first 
prize. In the class for six exotic Ferns, Sir Charles 
Rouse Boughton, Bart , showed very good plants of 
Microlepia hiita cristata, a good piece of Adiantum 
Farleyense, also a fine plant of Adiantum gracillimum ; 
Mrs. Foster being a very close second. Mrs. Foster 
also took first for three stove and greenhouse plants 
in bloom, Alfred Hewitt, Esq., Brim field, being second. 
The Pelargoniums, table plants, Fuchsias, Petunias, 
Balsams and Cockscombs made a good show. Fruit 
classes were well filled, especially Plums ; Mrs. Foster 
gaining first for black Grapes, and Sir Charles Rouse 
Boughton first for white, showing good Muscats. Sir 
Wm. Curtis, Cayenbam Court, gained first for culinary 
Plums, and J. B. Wood, Esq., Henley Hall, first for 
dessert Plums ; and for a collection of eight dishes 
of fruit, the judges awarded equal firsts to J. B. Wood, 
Esq., and Mrs. Foster, Moor Park, both very good and 
even in quality. Vegetables are always well shown in 
Shropshire. Mr. Berrington, Ludlow, was first; second, 
J. B. Wood, Esq. ; third, Sir Wm. Curtis, Bart. 
Among the single dishes of vegetables, Mr. Wood 
showed some very fine Autumn Giant Cauliflower. 
Roses, as usual at Ludlow, came up strong, Miss G. H. 
Colin Ashfield taking first in all three classes. Rev. 
C. H. Sturgess showed a very fine bloom of Rubens ; 
but Mr. George Berriugton’s Roses were a little too far 
gone. The cottagers made a good display in all classes. 
— Correspondent. 
Royal Oxfordshire Horticultural.— 
August 29th. 
The third show of the season took place on the above 
date in the grounds of Queen’s College, the quadrangle, 
which encloses a spacious lawn, being utilised for the 
exhibits, the vegetables being placed on tables in the 
open. Good Fuchsias were shown, also double and 
single zonal Pelargoniums, stove and greenhouse plants, 
specimen hardy plants (a fine example of Statice incana 
being conspicuous), tuberous-rooted Begonias, Coleus, 
exotic and hardy Ferns, and many cut flowers. Mr. 
G. Jacob, Witney ; Mr. C. Jacob, Hea lington ; Mr. 
Price, Hendington ; G. II. Morrell, Esq. ; Mr. John 
Walker, Thame ; Mr. M. Jefferies ; and Mr. J. 
Mattock, Headington, were the leading prize-winners 
in the plant classes. The plants did not compare in 
quantity or quality with those seen at the May show, 
but they were decidedly meritorious. The best speci¬ 
men greenhouse plant was a very fine Vallota purpurea 
from Mr. T. Anstiss, of Brill. 
Cut flowers were a remarkably good feature, Mr. 
John Walker showing exceptionally well, supported by 
Mr. J. Mattock with Roses and Hollyhocks. Gladioli 
came from Mr. T. Arnall, Carnations and Picotees from 
Mr. W. G. Chaundy, and Phloxes from Mr. C. Taylor. 
Stands of twelve bunches of hardy perennials were 
shown by Messrs. J. Walker and R. Price. One special 
feature at Oxford is the classes for twenty-four and 
twelve bouquets of flowers. The best of the former 
class came from Mr. J. Walker, and that of the latter 
from Mr. T. Anstiss. Some very fine trusses of zonal 
Pelargoniums were shown by Messrs. J. Walker and 
J. Bates, Senr. 
There was not an extensive collection of fruits, but 
it was good, and included Grapes, Melons, Figs, 
Peaches, Nectarines, Plums, Cherries, Gooseberries, 
Currants, Apples, &c. Vegetables were numerous and 
very fine. Runner Beans were represented by fine 
pods of Neal’s Ne Plus Ultra and Piper’s Oxonian, a 
local variety. Of Peas there were good samples of Ne 
Plus Ultra, the best late variety. Potatos were 
remarkably good, the winning varieties being Reading 
Russet, The Dean, Vicar of Laleham, Mr. Bresee, 
Prizetaker, Schoolmaster, Edgcote Seedling, London 
Hero, Chancellor, Snowdrop, Reading Giant, &c. 
Onions were very fine, Anglo-Spanish and the Banbury 
type being conspicuous for their fine development. 
A First Class Certificate was awarded to Messrs. 
J. Cheal & Sons for single Dahlia Victoria. The same 
firm were highly commended for their patent flower 
holders, and for a collection of cut blooms, as also was 
Mr. J. Mattock for a stand of Dahlias. 
Sevenoaks Horticultural. 
The twenty-second annual exhibition of this flourishing 
society was held recently in Montreal Park, the country 
seat of Earl Amherst. The gardens and pleasure 
grounds, which are kept in splendid trim by Mr. A. 
Bolton, the gardener, were thrown open to the general 
public, who showed their appreciation of his lordship’s 
kindness by visiting the gardens in large numbers 
Four large tents were completely filled with fine 
examples of plants, fruit, and vegetables. In the 
plant tent we noticed some very fine Ferns from the 
gardens of Mrs. Crawshay, Bradbourne Hall, and from 
Mrs. Swanzy, The Quarry ; and an exceptionally fine 
Dipladenia Brearleyana, with upwards of 200 flowers 
and buds. The judges considered this one of the finest 
plants of its kind that had ever been seen. It was 
shown as a specimen by Mr. A. Gibson, gardener to T. 
F. Burnaby Atkins, Esq., and it is hardly necessary to 
add, secured the first prize. For six flowering plants 
Mr. Gibson was first, showing splendid examples of 
Dipladenia, Eucharis, Bougainvillea glabra, and Alla- 
manda ; second, Mr. Goodman, Lapageria rosea superba, 
and Ixora Williamsii being his best plants ; third, Mr. 
Hatton. 
Foliage plants were well shown by Mr. J. V. Goodman, 
Bradbourne Hall ; Mr. Hatton, The Quarry ; and Mr. 
A. Waterman, Maidstone. There were some splendid 
groups arranged for effect, and in a keen competition 
Mr. G. Fennell, gardener, Fairlawn, Tonbridge, 
secured first prize with a very pleasing arrangement of 
Campanulas, Lilies, foliage, and Ferns ; second, Mr. 
Heath, gardener to C. R. Petley, Esq., with a similar 
group ; third, Mr. Searing ; fourth, Mr. Waterman. 
Fruit was well shown by Mr. Goldsmith, Kelsey 
Manor, who secured first honours for a collection of 
six varieties. Mr. Osman, of Chertsey, took premier 
honours with black Grapes, as did also Mr. Sutton, 
gardener to Lord Stanhope, Chevening, for white 
Grapes. 
For three very light and tastefully arranged pieces 
suitable for table decoration Mr. F. Seale, Vine 
Nurseries, was awarded first prize; second, Mrs. 
Fennell; third, Mr. Hatton. For a bouquet Mr. 
S. Cooke, gardener to De B. Crawshay, Esq., took the 
first prize, Orchids being used with telling effect ; 
second, Mr. F. Seale; third, Mr. Newman, florist, 
Bromley. For a lady’s dress spray Mr. Cooke was 
again to the fore with a fine spike of Odontoglossum 
Alexandra, backed with Maidenhair Fern. There 
were several collections from various nurserymen, 
which contributed in no small degree to the success of 
the show. Fortunately the society is not dependent 
entirely on the gate money, or the showery afternoon 
would have been most prejudical to it .—From a 
Correspondent. 
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS. 
It is particularly requested that correspondents 
will favour us with their communications as early in 
the week as possible, and that they address them only 
to “The Editor.” 
Bulbs.— Stella: If yoa can keep them cool, yet safe from 
frost, they will flower In their natural season, but very little 
encouragement in the shape of warmth will induce them to 
bloom earlier, and that is the object of early potting. 
Carnation Sporting. — D. Stuart: Sporting in Carnation 
flowers is a very common occurrence, and it is surprising you 
have not noticed it before. Carnations are a “ sporting" family. 
Names of Plants.—/. 11., G. 11. : A Gypsophila, probably 
paniculata, but specimen too small to determine. A. Chalmers : 
Trichopilia rostrata. Rubies: 1, the Artillery Plant (Pilea 
muscosa); 2, Tradcscantia discolor. 
Peaches and Woodlice.— .4. It.: The only way to prevent 
the woodlice from eating into the base of the Peaches is to kill 
them, and in a long Peach case such as yours, the best plan 
would be to lay some dirty old boards, one on the top of another, 
along the base of the wall. These make a capital hiding place, 
and by examining them every morning for a few days, you will 
soon get rid of them. 
“R. H. S."— A Fellow: The treasury minute of August 10th 
is so clear upon the point that if Mr. Morris has not resigned he 
must shortly do so. When that event occurs, it will be time to 
discuss the matter, if then worth discussing at all. 
Vines and Their Culture.— H. IV.: We do not know of any 
work on this subject published at the price you name. The one 
advertised in our columns is Mr. Barron's, but the price of that 
is 5s., or 5s. 3d. by post. 
Wasps and Flies.— A. 31. writes : A perfect swarm of wasps 
and flies continue to infest some standard trees of Pitmaston 
DueheaS, Williams’ Bon Chretien, and Beurre Superfm Pears. 
They seem to feed on the foliage, as they have not attacked the 
fruit. I have them syringed night and morning, but all to no 
purpose. Would some correspondent suggest what else can be 
done under the circumstances 
Weeds. — Stella : We have never tried diluted carbolic acid, 
preferring the much safer Agricultural Salt. If you must have 
a chemical, try one of the mixtures advertised in our columns. 
Communications Received. —J. W.—R. B. & Co.— K. & S. — 
W. G. H.—J. A.—W. J. D.—A. G.—G. B. & Co.—E. B. (many 
thanks)—W. D. (anticipated)—J. L. (many thanks)—E. S. D.— 
D. C.—H. M.—C. S.—W. W. 
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TRADE CATALOGUES RECEIVED. 
Edward Webb & Sons, Wordsley, Stourbridge.—Bulb Cata¬ 
logue, 1SS9. 
John T. Gilbert, Dyke, Bourne, Lincolnshire.—Bulbs and 
other Flower Roots. 
Dickson, Brown, A Tait, 43—45, Corporation Street, Man¬ 
chester-Autumn Catalogue of Flowering Bulbs. 
James Carter & Co., 237, 233, High Holborn, W.C.—Bulb 
Catalogue. 1SS9. 
E. H. Keelage & Son, Haarlem.—Miscellaneous Bulbous 
and Tuberous-rooted Plants. 
Buckland & Broadbent, Gee Cross, near Manchester.—Select 
Carnations and Picotees. 
J. & R. Thvne, 83, St. Vincent Street, Glasgow.—Dutch Bulbs 
and Plants for forcing, &c. 
William Bull, 536, King’s Road, Chelsea.—Tuberous-rooted 
Plants and Bulbs. 
W. P. Laird & Sinclair, Dundee.—Dutch Flower Roots. 
Charles Turner, Royal Nurseries, Slough.—Dutch and other 
choice Bulbs, Carnations, Picotees and Pinks. 
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LONDON SEED TRADE. 
September 2nd. 
Messrs. Hurst & Son, 152, Houndsditch, and 39, 
Seed Market, Mark Lane, report a small demand 
for Trifolium incarnatum, "Winter Tares and Rye. 
Mustard and Rape steady. Winter Tares are in full 
supply. 
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OOVENT GARDEN MARKET. 
September 4 th. 
Fruit.—Average Wholesale Prices. 
s.d s.d. 
Apples .J-sieve 2 0 4 0 
Grapes .per lb. 0 6 16 
Peaches ....perdoz. 10 6 0 
Pine-apples, Eng., lb. 16 3 0 
s.d. s.d. 
Pine-apples, 8t. 
Michaels.each 2 0 7 0 
Plums.J-sieve 2 0 6 0 
Vegetables.—Average Retail Prices. 
s.d. s.d. 
Artichokes, Globe, doz. SO 6 0 
Asparagus .... per 100 
Beans, French, per lb. 0 6 
Beet .per dozen 2 0 3 0 
Cabbages_per doz. 1 6 
Carrots ....perbunch 0 6 
Cauliflowers, English, 
per dozen 30 60 
Celery .... per bundle 2 6 
Cucumbers .... each 0 4 0 10 
Endive, French, doz. 2 6 3 6 
s.d. s.d 
Herbs .. ..per bunch 0 2 0 4 
Horse Radish, bundle 3 0 5 0 
Lettuces ..per dozen 1 2 0 
Mushrooms, p. basket 13 2 0 
Onions.. ..per bushel 7 0 9 0 
Parsley.... per bunch 0 6 
Radishes .. per dozen 1 6 
Small salading,punnet 0 4 
Spinach, per strike ..20 
Tomatos _per lb. 0 6 0 9 
Turnips ....perbun. 0 6 
Potatos.- Kent Regents, 80s. to 100s. per ton; Kent Kidneys, 
80s. to 100s. per ton ; Champions, 70s. per ton. 
Out Flowers.—Average Wholesale Prices. 
s.d. s.d. 
Arum Lilies, 12 hlms „ 2 0 4 0 
Asters, French. 
per bunch 10 16 
Asters.... 12 bunches 2 0 4 0 
Bouvardias, per bun. 0 6 10 
Carnations, 12 blooms 10 2 0 
Carnations, 12 bnchs. 8 0 6 0 
Chrysanthemums, 
12 bunches 3 0 6 0 
Chrysanthemums, 
12 blooms 10 3 0 
Cornflower..12 bnchs. 10 3 0 
Dahlias .. 12 bunches 2 0 4 0 
Eschscholtzia,12bchs. 
Eucharis ..perdozen 2 0 4 0 
Forget-me-nots. 16 4 0 
Gardenias, 12 blooms. 2 0 5 0 
Gladioli ..12 bunches 6 0 12 0 
Gladioli brenchleyensis, 
doz. sprays 0 9 16 
Heliotropes, 12 sprays 0 3 0 9 
Lapageria, 12 blooms 10 2 0 
s.d. s.d 
Lilium lancifolium, 
12 blooms 0 9 2 0 
Lilium longiflorum, 
12 blooms 2 0 4 0 
Lavender, 12 bunches 4 0 6 0 
MaidenhairFern,12bns 4 0 9 0 
Marguerites, 12 bun. 3 0 6 0 
Mignonette, 12 bun. 10 4 0 
Pansies ..12 hunches 10 2 0 
Pelargoniums,12spys. 0 6 10 
— scarlet .. 12 sprays 0 3 0 6 
Pinks ... .12 bunches 2 0 4 0 
Primula, double, bun. 0 6 10 
Pyrethrum. 12 buchs. 2 0 6 0 
Roses, Tea, per dozen 0 6 10 
— Red.perdoz. 0 3 10 
— Saffrano .. per doz. 0 6 10 
Stephanotis,12 sprays 2 0 4 0 
Stocks, doz. bunches 3 0 6 0 
Sweet Sultan, 12 bun. 2 0 4 0 
— Peas.12 „ 2 0 4 0 
Tuberoses, per dozen. 0 3 0 9 
Plants in Pots.—Average Wholesale Prices. 
s.d. s.d. 
Aralia Sieboldi ..doz. 5 0 12 0 
Asters .perdoz. 3 0 6 0 
Arum Lilies..per doz. 6 0 12 0 
Balsams .doz. 3 0 6 0 
Begonias, various,doz. 4 0 9 0 
Calceolaria .. per doz. 4 0 8 0 
Chrysanthemums,doz. 6 0 12 0 
Cockscombs _doz. 3 0 6 0 
Cyperus, ..per dozen 4 0 12 0 
Draciena term., doz. 30 0 60 0 
— viridis, per dozen 12 0 24 0 
Erica, various ..doz. 
Evergreens, iD var. ,, 6 0 24 0 
Ferns, in var., per doz. 4 0 18 0 
s.d. s.d. 
Fuchsia.perdoz. SO 9 0 
Heliotrope .. per doz. SO 6 0 
Hydrangeas., per doz. 6 0 15 0 
Lilium auratuin, doz. 12 0 24 0 
— longiflorum perdoz. IS 0 SO 0 
Lobelia _per doz. 3 0 6 0 
Marguerites perdoz. 6 0 12 0 
Mignonette, doz. pots SO 6 0 
Musk . per doz. 
Nasturtiums_doz. 3 0 5 0 
Palms in variety, each 2 6 21 0 
Pelargoniums,scarlet, 2 0 6 0 
Pelargoniums, per doz 6 0 12 0 
Rhodanthe ..per doz. 
CONTENTS. 
PAGE 
Amateurs’ Garden . 7 
Anemones, Japan. 7 
Asters. 4 
Begonias, M. Crousse’s new 6 
Calanthe Masuca. 11 
Carludovica palmaefolia .... 10 
Carnations, dressing . S 
Carnation, the Rothschild 9 
Catasetum tabulare lievis.. 11 
Chrysanthemums, political 4 
Dahlias . S 
Dahlia exhibition, the 
National. 3 
Eryngium planum . 5 
Exhibitors, disappointed .. 5 
Fruits for cottagers. 4 
Gardeners'Calendar . 11 
Gladioli, new. 9 
page 
Glorinsa superba. 19 
Horticultural Societies .... 11 
Hydrangeas, blue. 5 
Lobelia fulgeus. 5 
New Forest, the . 4 
Orchid notes. 11 
Peas, first quality . 6 
Phlox, the perennial . 5 
Poplars for town planting 5 
Rhododendron Ophelia .... 10 
Sarracenia decora. 10 
Satyrium carneuin roseum 11 
Shrubs and trees for villa 
gardens . 9 
Study, incentives to . 6 
Tomatos at Chiswick . 6 
Water bouquets . 4 
Watsonia rosea. 10 
