October 28, 1898. 
THE GARDENING WORLD. 
127 
New and Choice Varieties of Fruits 
OFFERED BY 
Messrs. JAMES VEITCH & SONS. 
apples. 1 
Al RURY PARK NONSUCH.—Aj 
^Apple, somewhat conical, with prominent ribs; ^^^t-rme 
quality as a culinary Apple, and a good keeper The tree is 
vigorous, and an enormous cropper. Award of Merit from 
the Royal Horticultural Society. ' 
Dwarf Maidens, 9 /-; Standards, 7,6 ; Pyramids 7 / 6 . . 
DBAIITV ftp ctOKE.— A large, conical, and evenly- 
^shaped fruit, of an uniform brown russety colour, 
excellent quality. The tree is a good bearer, both as ^Pyramid 
and a Standard. First-class Certificate from the Royal Horn 
cultural Society. ■, mo 
Dwarf Maidens, 5 /-; Standards, 7/6 ; Pyramids, 7 / 6 . 
MrlkinftP’S russet.—T he fruit is large, and rather 
''1i?tttii?d with®promin1ntribs ; of a brown russet colour, and 
of excellent flavour. The tree is source 
an excellent bearer. This originated from the same source 
as the celebrated B/snini-rft Apple. 
Dwarf Maidens, 5 /-; Standards, 7 / 6 Pyramids, 7 -/ 6 . 
WPALTHY —A handsome, beautifully-coloured Apple of 
American origin. It is of good size excellent for 
suitable for the table, but, strictly speaking, a culinary 
Apple. The tree is of moderate growth, and an excellent 
bearer. Award of Merit from the Royal Horticultural 
Society. , . 
Pyramids, 2^6 to 5 /-. 
FIGS. 
PINCO DE MEL. — Fruit nearly as large as Brown 
Turkey, with yellowish flesh that is very juicy, and as sweet 
as honey. The plant is a free bearer. Excellent for early 
forcing. 
gT_ JOHN’S.— A large Fig, with white flesh, that is sweet, 
rich, and juicy. The plant grows freely, and is a good 
bearer. Excellent for early forcing. 
yiOLETTE SEPOR.— A dark-fleshed Fig, sweet and 
luscious. The plant is dwarfish, but free bearing. 
All these varieties have received First-class Certificates 
from the Royal Horticultural Society. 
Price, 5 /- each and upwards. 
RASPBERRY. 
gUPERLATIVE. —On® °f finest Raspberries ever 
introduced into cultivation. The canes are strong and robust, 
succeeding where more tender varieties fail. Fruit is ire- 
quently produced on the young canes, whence this variety 
may be considered a perpetual bearer. First-class Certifi¬ 
cate awarded to us by the Royal Horticultural Society. 
6/- per dozen ; 30 /- per lOo; Smaller, 4 ,- per dozen ; 
25/- per 100. 
PEARS. 
pleasantly flavoured. It requires double grafting; it then 
forms a prolific bush or cordon. 
Bushes, 3,6 and 5 ,'-; Cordons, 2 6. 
BEURRE FOUOUERAY.— Alargeand handsome Pear. 
Tlie blossoms seem to resist spring frosts better than those 
of most varieties of French origin. The tree is a stout, sturdy 
grower and heavy cropper; it forms a good pyramid or 
cordon on both Pear and Quince stocks. First-class Certifi¬ 
cates from the RoyallHorticultural Society and at the Garden¬ 
ing and Forestry Exhibition at Earl's Court. 
Dwarf Maidens, 2 / 6 ; Single Cordons, 3/6 ; 
Pyramids, 3 / 6 , 5 /-, and 7 ,<6. 
STRAWBERRIES. 
EMPRESS OF INDIA.— Fruit obtusely conical, bright 
scarlet, approaching in flavour that of British Queen. One 
of the best varieties for forcing, 
QyuTQN PARK. —Fruit extra large, and among the 
handsomest yet obtained; dark ciimson-scarlet, ryith a 
pleasant brisk flavour. A good early kind ; very useful tor 
forcing. The plant is very prolific. 
LORD SUFFIELD.— A large and handsome irult with 
firm, richly-flavoured flesh. A distinct and useful vaiiety. 
These three varieties were raised by Mr. William 
Allan, gardener to tiie Right Hon, Lord Stifiield, and are 
known as THE GUNTON PARK STRAWBERRIES. 
All have received First-class Certificates from the Royal 
Horticultural Society. 
Price 421 - per 100; 6/- per dozen. In small pots, 60 ,- per 100 ; 
’ 9 /- per dozen. 
EXHIBITIONS. 
ALL OTHER NOVELTIES OF MERIT. 
DESCRIPTIVE CATALOGUE of SELECT FRUIT TREES, post free on apfUcation. 
ROYAL EXOTIC NURSERY, KING’S ROAD, CHELSEA, S,W. 
CARNATIONS, PIGOTEES, 
AND 
P IJM KS . 
We have a very large collection of all the best 
named sorts, including the finest selection of yellow 
grounds in the country. Special Prices for buyers 
requiring large quantities. 
CATALOGUES GRATIS ON APPLICATION. 
ORCHIDS. 
Clean Healthy Pl^ts at Low Prices. 
Always wovth a visit of inspection. Kindly send foY Catalogue, 
THOMSONS’ NURSERIES. 
SPARK HILL, BIRMINGHAM. 
JAAIBS 
Eiotlc Bnrseries, CHELTEMAII- 
H. CANNELL k SONS’ CATALOGUl 
Of Bulbs, Roses, Strawberries, Fruit Trees, Shrubs, Seeds, 
and all things specially required lor the best kept garden It 
makes no pretence to size or glaring colouring, but it will be 
found concise, practical, and to the point on all the best varie¬ 
ties and stock to be found in the country. All lovers of the 
garden will find it will help them immensely towards success 
in every department in horticulture. 
POST FREE. 
Crystal Palace. 
A NNUAL CHRYSANTHEMUM 
l\ SHOW.—FRIDAY and SATURDAY, November 
3rd and 4th.—For Entry Forms and Schedules apply to Mr. 
W. G, HEAD, Superintendent Gardens Department, Crystal 
Palace, S. E. Entries close Friday, October 27th. 
NATIONAL CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY 
GREAT CHRYSANTHEMUM FESTIVAL & FETE, 
ROYAL AQUARIUM, WESTMINSTER, 
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Nov. 7, 8, 9, 1893. 
Oil tliis occasion the National Challenge Trophy, the 
Holmes' Memorial, and other Cups, Medals and Valuable 
Money Prizes will be competed for; also Prizes for Table 
Decorations, Fruit, and Vegetables. 
Schedules of Prizes and all information can be obtained of 
RICH.\RD DEAN, Hon. Sec. and Superintendent, Ranelagh 
Road, Ealing, VV. 
BIRMINGHAM GREAT 
CHRYSANTHEMUM EXHIBITION. 
TOWN HALL, BIRMINGHAM. 
Wednesday and Thursday, November 15,16. 
£262 offered in Prizes as follows:— 
p'or Chrysanthemums . £150 0 0 
„ PrimuHs. 25 o o 
,, Miscellaneous other plants... 1500 
,, Fruit . ... ... 40 o 0 
,, Vegetables . 22 o 0 
Entries Close November 8th. Schedules post free on appli¬ 
cation to the Secretary, J. Hughes, 140, High St , Harborne, 
Birmingham. 
Scottish Horticultunal Association. 
GRAND CHRYSANTHEMUM SHOW 
TO BE HELD IN 
WAYERIL^EY MARKET, 
NOVEMBER 16 h, 17th, & 18th. 
SlEAR&ir fiSOQ FRIZES. 
Schedules and all information from the Secretary, 
ROBERT LAIRD, 17, So. Frederick St., Edinburgh. 
For Index to Contents see page 137. 
“ Gardening is the purest of human pleasures, and the greatest 
refreshment to the spirit of man.”— Bacon. 
LAING’S TUBEROUS BEGONIAS. 
In tbe WeirM. 
FIRST WHEREVER EXHIBITED. 
Silver Cup at the Temple; Gold Medal at Leicester; 
the Only Gold Medal, Earl’s Court, 1893; also Other Prizes and 
Certificates, too numerous to be mentioned in an advertisement. 
Our Greenhouses and Fields teem with magnificent varietie^ 
both in Double and Singles, and many Superb New Colours, which 
will be shown to all visitors. Descriptive Catalogues post free. 
Telephone, 9,660. Catford RailYYay Station, S.E. and L.C. & D. RailYYays. 
JOHN LAING & SONS, 
Ube (Breat Begonia ©rowers &. Specialists, 
FOREIS’T LONDON, S.E. 
NEXT WEEK’S ENGAGEMENTS. 
Monday, October 30th.—National Chrysanthemum Society 
Meeting of Committee at 7 p.m. 
Bulb Sale at Protheroe & Morris' Rooms, and every day in 
the week. 
Tuesday, October 31st.—Portsmouth Chrysanthemum Show. 
Wednesday, November ist.—Exmouth Chrysanthemum 
Show. 
Ryde Chrysanthemum Show. 
Kent County Chrysanthemum Show {2 days). 
Battersea Chrysanthemum Show (2 days). 
Barnstaple Chrysanthemum Show (2 days). 
Watford Chrysanthemum Show (2 days). 
Romford Chrysanthemum Show (2 days). 
Bulb Sale at Stevens’ Rooms. 
Thursday November 2nd.—Steyning Chrysanthemum Show. 
Forest c’ateand Stratford Chrysanthemum Show (2 days). 
Ascot Chrysanthemum Show (2 days). 
Hi»hgate Chrysanthemum Show (2 days). 
Cornwall Chrysanthemum Show (3 days). 
Bulb Sale at Stevens’ Rooms. 
Friday', November 3rd.—Crystal Palace Chrysanthemum Show 
(2 days). , , , 
Grimshy Chrysanthemum Show (2 days). 
Orchid Sale at Protheroe & Morris’ Rooms. 
Edited by BRIAN WYNNE, F.R.H.S. 
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28ih, 1893. 
.fAPANESE Chrysanthemums. —Whilst the 
d’ incurved varieties of Chrysanthemums 
come slowly, and are so good that it is in¬ 
deed most difficult to excel what we have, 
Japanese varieties flood us every year m 
such exceeding numbers that it is useless to 
attempt, even if we wished, to check their 
production, whilst they do somewhat add 
variety, size, and other important qualities 
to the section. Most interesting would be 
a record of the best or most widely ex- 
