November 28, 1896. 
THE GARDENING WORLD. 
195 
ORNAMENTAL TREES AND SHRUBS. 
R. B. LAIRD & SONS 
BEG TO DIRECT ATTENTION TO THEIR VERY FINE STOCK OF THE ABOVE. 
Their Nurseries, sit Pinkhill, Murrayfield, 
Will at all Seasons be found attractive and of interest to Horticulturists. 
CATALOGUES FREE. 
PINKHILL NURSERIES. MURRAYFIELD, MIDLOTHIAN. 
DAVID W. 
Flower Seeds Specialties. 
THOMSON'S DWARF WHITE ANTIRRHINUMS. 
THOMSON'S DALKEITH CALCEOLARIA. 
THOMSON’S SUPERB BEGONIAS. 
THOMSON'S UNRIVALLED CELOSIAS. 
THOMSON’S CINERARIAS. 
THOMSON’S CYCLAMEN. 
THOMSON’S PANSY. 
THOMSON’S PETUNIA. 
THOMSON S PRIMULAS. 
THOMSON'S EAST LOTHIAN STOCKS. 
THOMSONS 
Vegetable Seeds Specialties. 
THOMSON’S 
IMPROVED PROLIFIC LONG POD BEANS 
THOMSON’S SUPERB RED BEET. 
THOMSON’S SELF-PROTECTING BROCCOLI. 
THOMSON’S IMPROVED HORN CARROT. 
THOMSON'S MARKET CARROT. 
THOMSON’S INCOMPARABLE WHITE CELERY. 
THOMSON'S MAMMOTH GREEN COS LETTUCE. 
THOMSON'S SUPERB CURLED PARSLEY. 
THOMSON’S EXCELSIOR TOMATO. 
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See Catalogue of Selected Seeds for 1897, Post Free on application in December. 
Nurseries—WINDLESTRAWLEE. 
Seed Warehouse 
24, FREDERICK STREET, EDINBURGH. 
speciautIFs — 
BEGONIAS. 
JOHN DOWNIE CRAB APPLE 
(Pyramid and Standard). 
ORNAMENTAL TREES AND SHRUBS. 
STOVE AND GREENHOUSE PLANTS. 
ROSES. FRUIT TREES. etc. 
Catalogues on application. 
JOHN DOWNIE, Edinburgh. 
CHRYSANTHEMUMS. 
O UR yearly increase in the Sale of both 
Plants and Catlings arises certainly from the fact that 
all varieties (1,400) are planted out and grown in open, pure 
country fields, cut down early —not allowed to flower — large 
clumps removed and replaLted near the glass and light; stock 
from these are perfect, and the secret why all those we supply 
carry success wherever they gc; striking easily, growing 
quickly, and producing larger flowers. As a proof they have 
made Mr. Mease the champion of the champions. 
We cordially invite all to 
“COME AND SEE” 
the oldest, finest, and best-kept collection in the world. 
Splendid Illustrated Catalogue post free to coming customers. 
A list of all varieties exhibited at the last Aquarium Show 
free. 
H, GANNELL & SONS, SWANLEY. 
RCHIDS of the highest quality, every 
plant guaranteed true to name, from 2/6 each. Please 
send for free list.—P. McARTHUR, The London Nurseries, 
4> Maida Vale, London, W. 
ORCHIDS. 
Clean Healthy Plants at Low Prices. 
Always worth a visit of inspection. Kindly send for Catalogue. 
JAMES CYPHER, 
Exotic Nurseries, CHELTENHAM. 
NEW 
CHRYSANTHEMUMS. 
CALYAT’S CONTINENTAL JUBILEE SET. 
Send for List free. 
CALYAT’S AUSTRALIAN GOLD 
is the ’Mum of the year, 3s. each ; cuttings, 2s. 6d. 
YOUNG & DOBINSON, 
THE NURSERIES, STEVENAGE, HERTS 
GARDEN AND OLD FASHIONED RISES. 
Twenty-five distinct varieties for 22/6, such as have been 
exhibited in such fine form during the past season. Strong 
bush plants including Barden Job. Laurette Messning, Copper 
Austrian, Jancet’s Pride, York and Lancaster, Gustave Regis, 
Crimson Rambler, Persian Yellow, LTdeal, RosedeMeaux, 
&c., &c., forming a very charming collection of the best old- 
fashioned and garden roses. New rose list post free. 
GEO. COOLING & SONS, The Nurseries, BATH. 
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Edited by J. FRASER F.L.S. 
SATURDAY , NOVEMBER 28 th, 1896. 
NEXT WEEK’S ENGAGEMENTS. 
Monday, November 30th.—Sales of Dutch Bulbs by Messrs. 
Protheroe & Morris, and Mr. J. C. Stevens. 
Tuesday, December 1st.—Opening day of the N. C. S. Mid¬ 
winter Show at the Royal Aquarium (3days). 
Sales of Dutch Bulbs by Messrs. Protheroe & Morris & 
Mr. J. C. Stevens. 
Sale of Japanese Lilies by Messrs. Protheroe & Morris. 
Wednesday, December 2nd. — Sales of Dutch Bulbs by Messrs. 
Piotheroe & Morris, and Mr. J. C. Stevens. 
Thursday, December 3rd.—Sales of Dutch Bulbs by Messrs. 
Protheroe tx Morris & Mr. J. C. Stevens. 
Friday, December 4th.—Sales of Dutch Bulbs by Messrs. 
Protheroe & Morris, dr, Mr. J. C. Stevens. 
Sale of imported and established Orchids by Messrs. 
Protheroe & Morris. 
f ANADiAN Fruit for the Queen.— The 
sixtieth year of the reign of Her 
Majesty the Queen coincides with one of the 
finest crops of fruit ever grown in the 
Dominion of Canada ; and the fruit growers 
of Hamilton, Ontario, conceived the idea of 
sending some of their richest and best for 
Her Majesty’s acceptance, together with 
their warm congratulations at- her having 
occupied the throne longer than any other 
British monarch. The consignment of fruit 
duly arrived and on the 18th inst., the 
Apples, Pears, Quinces, and Grapes, were 
unpacked and spread their delicious and 
tempting aroma through the offices of the 
High Commissioner for Canada, in Victoria 
Street, Westminster. This tribute of 
loyalty and respect was exceedingly grace¬ 
ful and highly complimentary, coming, as it 
did, spontaneously from the goodwill of the 
Canadian fruit farmers. For many years 
we have been familiar with the superb 
character of the Canadian Apples, and it 
may be taken for granted that this special 
consignment in no way detracted from the 
reputation of former years. 
The rosy and red Apples were of 
enormous size and spread a delicate per¬ 
fume around them as they were unpacked. 
Pears and Quinces were also tempting, and 
attractive. ~ The Grapes retained their 
delicacy of bloom and luscious appearance, 
