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THE GARDENING WORLD 
April 10, 1897. 
specimens of Boronia heterophylla were very note¬ 
worthy (Large Bronze Medal). 
Messrs. John Laing & Sons occupied about 200 
sq. ft. of space with a very showy miscellaneous 
exhibit of stove and greenhouse flowering and foliage 
plants, for which a Silver Medal was awarded. 
Clivias especially were in grand condition. Messrs. 
Wm. Cutbush & Son, Highgate, N., were likewise 
large contributors. A Small Silver Medal was 
awarded them for a fine array of miscellaneous 
plants, in which Magnolia Alexandiina, Ericas, 
Acacias, and Rose Crimson Rambler played an im¬ 
portant part. 
A Small Silver Medal also went to Messrs. Barr & 
Sons for a collection of cut Daffodils, that fully 
illustrated the variability and horticultural value of 
the handsome flower with which their name is so 
closely associated. 
Mr. R. Scott, gardener to Campbell Newington, 
Esq., The Holme, Regent’s Park, set up a showy, 
although somewhat crowded group of mixed plants, 
the flowering and foliage elements being in about 
equal proportions (Small Silver Medal). The St. 
George's Nursery Co. also had an area of about 
24 sq. ft. filled with Cyclamen The plants were all 
full of flower, and the individual flowers of large size 
(Large Bronze Medal). Mr. Thomas Pestridge 
received a Bronze Medal for a smaller collection of 
the same charming flower. Messrs. Wm. Paul & 
Son, Waltham Cross, showed well-flowered 
Camellias in pots, although, curiously enough, no 
award was given. In a secluded corner Messrs. 
Jas. Veitch & Sons, Ltd., Chelsea, showed Amaryllis, 
a few Dendrobes and various other plants. A Small 
Silver Medal also rewarded Mr. W. Rumsey, Joyn- 
ing’s Nurseries, for a nice lot of pot Roses, and a 
considerable number of fine cut blooms, including 
such varieties as Marechal Niel and Niphetos. 
BY TELEGRAM. 
ROYAL CALEDONIAN HORTICULTURAL.— 
Edinburgh, April 7 th. 
In spite of the intensely cold climatic conditions 
which have prevailed in Scotland the show in the 
Waverley Market this morning presents a lovely 
scene, the bright Daffodils, the gorgeous Liliums, the 
various hued Azaleas, combined with the masses of 
healthy green foliage plants, make one almost dis¬ 
believe the general tale about 12 and 13 degrees of 
frost. 
The Judges have just started the round; they 
include Messrs. Lindsay, Mungo, Temple, Smith, of 
Hopetoun ; Cook, of Gosford ; Boyd, of Callender; 
and Henderson of Balbirnie. The awards for 
Deutzia gracilis are, first, Mr. Malcolm McIntyre; 
second, Mr. Alex. Brown ; third, Mr. C. Sutherland. 
For one Deutzia gracilis, Mr. Alex. Brown took the 
lead ; second, Mr. Wm. Bennett; third, Mr. Malcolm 
McIntyre. For four Azalea indica, Mr. John Downie 
was first; Messrs. R. B. Laird & Sons were 
second. 
There are fine collections for ten forced plants in 
bloom. Mr. Malcolm McIntyre was first; Mr. Wm. 
Bennett was second ; and the third place was taken by 
Mr. James Bald. These collections included splendid 
specimens of Azaleas, Spiraeas, and Rhododendrons. 
For six forced plants Mr. Malcolm McIntyre is again 
first; and Mr. Alex. Brown second. 
In the class for six stove or greenhouse plants Mr. 
Malcolm McIntyre still leads the way ; Mr. Bald was 
third. 
For four stove or greenhouse plants first comes 
Mr. Malcolm McIntyre, followed by Mr. G. Wood. 
Mr. Napier took an easy first for three Adiantums, 
with gigantic specimens of A. pentadactylon A. signa- 
tum and A. decorum. Mr. Nairn Craig, Cook Castle, 
was second ; and Mr. Henderson, of Lindurn, third. 
Mr. Malcolm McIntyre secured first, and Mr. Read, of 
Carberly, second for two greenhouse Rhodendrons. 
The prizes for twelve Hyacinths, distinct varieties, 
were well awarded to Mr. McDougal, of Dudley; 
Mr. Ray, of Sunlaws ; and Mr. Lawrie, of Cram- 
mond, in the order named. Mr. Ray took first for 
six Hyacinths, Mr. McDougal was second, and Mr. 
Wyllans, Cramlinton, was third. 
In the amateurs’ class for six Hyacinths, Mr. 
Wyllans, Cramlinton, was first: Mr. Boydon, of 
Innerleithen, second ; and Mr. Collinson, New Den 
Well, third. Mr. Boydon took first for six pot 
Tulips ; Mr. Wood was second ; and Mr. Pearson, 
of Beechwood, was third. For six pots of Polyanthus 
Narcissus, first came Mr. A. Wood; Mr. J. 
Pearson was second. For garden Narcissus, Mr. 
Shillington, Valleyfield, Penicuick, was first! 
and Mr. James Bald was second. For six pots of 
spring bulbs, Mr. Napiler of Rockville was first ; and 
Mr. Mclnnes, of Irvine, was second. For Tree Roses in 
pots, Mr. P. Cumming, of Liberton, and Mr. S. 
Abbot, of Prestonfield, secured first and second. For 
six Roses in pots, first, Mr. A Mackay, Kingston 
Grange; second, Mr. S. Abbott. 
Mr. McIntyre takes the lead for three hardy 
Rhododendrons, Mr. G. Chaplin being next. For three 
Azalea indica, Mr. McIntyre was second; and Mr. 
W. Murray, of Restalbrig House, was third. For two 
Azaleas, Mr. D. Mackay was first ; and Mr. 
Cammond was second. 
Prizes for one tree Fern go to Mr. James Bald, 
first ; Mr. G. Wood, second ; and W. Cookers, of 
Chestars Hall, was third. For two Lilacs, Mr. W. 
Bennett, of Gogar, was first ; and Mr. J. Pearson, 
was second. For two Guelder Roses, Mr. A. Laing, 
of Salisbury, was first; Mr. Green was second. Mr. 
Malcolm McIntyre had the best Dielytra specta- 
bilis. 
Mr. G. McDougal took precedence of Mr. J. 
Gilchrist, of Ratho ; whilst Mr. Cossar, of Eskgrove, 
came third. Mr. J. Mackay took the ribbon for two 
fine plants of Dielytra spectabilis ; and was followed 
by Mr. G. McDongal and Mr. W. Cossar, respec¬ 
tively. The awards for six stage Auriculas from 
nurserymen were taken by Mr. John Downie and 
Messrs. R. B. Laird & Sons, the same order being 
established for six Alpine Auriculas. 
For a hand bouquet, Mr Downie came first; Mr. J. 
Lawson was second. Messrs. R. B. Laird & Sons 
take the only prize for twelve Camelias ; whilst Mr. 
Gocdson, of Coltbridge carried the only awards for 
twelve Marechal Neil Roses, the same exhibitor 
taking first for six buttonholes. Mr. J. Lawson 
was a close second. The premier prize for twelve 
hardy Rhododendrons, distinct, has been secured by 
Messrs. R. B. Laird & Sons with an exceedingly fins 
collection, Mr. John Downie coming second. The 
same firm took first and second in order for twelve 
Japanese Maples. 
The first prize for six well-grown Palms was taken 
by Mr. G. Wood. Mr. W, Armstrong, gardener to 
Dr. Scott, takes first for twelve Roses ; Mr. A. 
Grydon was second; and Mr. Genanson, of Bath¬ 
gate, was third. Mr. J. Pearson runs first for two 
pans of Lily of the Valley, very fine specimens ; 
second, Mr. J. Shearer, of Ratho Lodge; third, Mr. 
S. Abbott. Mr. J. Pearson, again, leads with one pot. 
Mr. A. Farquhar, was second; and Mr. Jas. Ball was 
third. For two pots of Mignonette, first, Mr. D. 
Kind, of Mussellburgh; second, Mr. R. Laurie; and 
third, Mr. Malcolm McIntyre. Mr. Alec. Brown is 
first with grand plants for two Standard Mignon¬ 
ettes; Mr. J. Cumming was second. Mr. R. Cossar 
comes first for four Spiraeas ; Mr. G. Wood, 
second ; and Mr. G. Balms is third. Mr. J. Cocker 
is first for Spiraeas, all exceptionally good, particu¬ 
larly S. astilboides; Mr. David Plenderleith is 
second ; and Mr. G. Chaplin is third. 
Mr. Lunt, of Chrysanthemum fame, stages a grand 
collection of twelve Cyclamens, of which we hope to 
give a picture next week. He was a very easy first. 
Some of his plants carry over 100 flowers. Mr. 
McIntyre comes second, and he also has to follow 
Mr. Lunt in the class for six Cyclamens. Mr. 
J. Cumming, Mr. W. Armstrong, and Mr. David 
Plenderleith take awards for two Pelargoniums. 
For Amaryllis the first prize goes to Mr. W. 
Galloway ; Mr. McIntyre was second. For six pots 
of spring flowering bulbs, Mr. S. Napieris first ; Mr. 
R. Mclnnes is second ; and Mr. J. Pearson is third. 
For six pots Daffodils, Mr. R. J. Shillington is a 
good first ; Mr. James Bald is second; and Mr. A. 
Farquhar is third. The Rev. G. P. Hamden, of 
Hatfield, Doncaster, secures the coveted prize of a 
silver vase, given by Messrs. Barr and Sons for a 
collection of Daffodils. 
Mr. McIntyre gets first for four very gocd 
Orchids. Mr. F. Nicoll, of Perth, is second; and 
Mr. J. Mitchell, of Falkirk, is third. Mr. McIntyre 
also leads for two Dracaenas ; Mr. D. Mackay 
is second ; and Mr. J. Cocker is third. Mr. J. 
McCartney is first for two Crotons ; Mr. Mackay is 
second. Messrs. R. B. Laird and Sons well deserve 
the first they secured for twelve hardy Azaleas. 
Mr. Downie gets the prize in Class XIV. The 
judges evidently have a very big task, and 
it is with a sigh of relief that the labels go up, shew¬ 
ing Mr. F. Nicoll first ; Air. McIntyre second ; and 
Mr. W. Murray third for a circular table of plants 
12 ft. ft diameter for effect. Mr. McIntyre makes a 
grand show, the yellow Genista and the vartety aud- 
reana intermixed with Orchids, Crotons, Amaryllis, 
and Clivias, bordered with Tradescantia and 
Ficus repens. Mr. G. Wood gets second prize 
with a really good exhibit of Liliums 
Anthuriums and Orchids, with a groundwork of 
Adiantums and a lacing of Tradescantia Zebrina. 
Messrs. R. B. Laird & Sons get a special award for 
twelve hybrid Azalea Mollis, excellently well grown ; 
but Mr. John Downie takes first prize for this class. 
Mr. David Wilson gets first for a good box of twelve 
bunches of cut stove or greenhouse flowers. 
For the collection of vegetables, twelve distinct 
kinds, Mr. W. Harper, of Perth, secured first ; his 
Golden Ball Turnips being very fine. There is no 
second prize, but Mr. D. Logan takes third. Aliss 
Russell, of Ashiestiel, sends a number of pots of 
Primula vulgaris platypetala plena, excellently 
well grown, receiving special award. Messrs. 
Dickson & Sons secured first for twelve Conifers, 
which were arranged with pleasing effect 
round the band stand. Mr. A. McMillan, of 
Trinity Cottage, Edinburgh, is highly commended 
for a very fine seedling, greenhouse Rhododendron, 
larger than Countess of Haddington, and snov 
white. The further report must stand over till next 
issue. 
Trade Exhibits. 
Messrs. R. B. Laird & Sons of the old-established 
firm, as usual come well to the front at this show, 
their large Rhododendrons aDd forced plants carrying 
off leading honours in competitive classes. They 
also have a large circular group, 18 ft. in diameter, 
in the centre of the market. Circular groups were 
adopted last year in place of the usual tables. The 
innovation has proved a distinct success. A grand 
Kentia belmoreana, 10 ft. high, forms the centre. 
Bold and striking Clivias, Amaryllis, Indian Azaleas, 
Ghent Azaleas, Lilacs, standard and dwarf hybrid 
Azalea Mollis, Genistas, standards with fine heads 
full of flower, Acer Negundo variegatum, and Lilium 
Harrisii, lighten up the mass of flower. Probably 
the most striking group ever seen at a spring show, 
whether looked at as a whole or individual plants. 
They also exhibit two groups of Conifers and 
Japanese Maples. 
Messrs. Barr & Sons, King Street, Covent 
Garden, London, exhibit a splendid group of 
Daffodils, occupying a space of 150 sq. ft. to 2co sq. 
ft., the flowers, being arranged in bold masses. Thera 
are about 75 of the most striking varieties. The 
flowers look grand, and their slow development 
during the late cold weather has added to their 
beauty, the colouring being richer than usual. 
Specially striking and fine are Emperor, William 
Goldring, M. J. Berkeley, J. B. M. Camm (of 
delicate beauty), Incomparabilis Gloria Alundi (a 
large flower, with a huge cup of a brilliant oraDge 
red), I. Sir Watkin.I. Beauty (handsome and showy), 
I. Goliath (a noble flower, as yet insufficiently 
known), Barii Conspicuus (rich in colour), Barri B. 
S. Love (of which there is an immense breadth at 
their Long Ditton Nurseries, and for this alone 
worthy of a visit), B. Flora Wilson, Maurice 
Vilmorin, Leedsii Duchess of Westminster (one of 
the handsomest for spring bedding), and Leedsii 
Katherine Spurrel. Besides the Daffodils, Messrs. 
Barr and Sons have some splendid specimens of 
single Tulips, such as Ophir d' Or (golden yellow). 
White Van Vondel (the largest white), and Koh-i noor 
(dark maroon), all of which do well every year at 
Long Ditton. 
AIessrs. Dobbie & Co., the Queen's Seedsmen, 
Rothesay, exhibited 50 varieties of Tulips, 50 spikes 
of Hyacinths, and a large number of Narcissus, all 
as cut flowers in vases, a dozen pots of new Violas, 
and a few choice herbaceous plants in pans. The 
whole was tastefully staged on a ground work of 
Ferns. 
Messrs. Jas. Grieve & Sons, Redbraes Nurseries, 
Edinburgh, have a table showing a fine collection of 
Palms, Ferns, Araucaria excelsa, Aspidistras, Ficus, 
Dracaenas, Pandanus Veitchii and other plants 
suitable for table decorations. Among the Ferns are 
several well-grown specimens of Fteris tremula, P. 
Cretica cristata, P. Maryi, P. nobilis, P. Wimsettii, 
P. serrulata cristata corapacta, P. plumosa, Pteris 
Straminea, Asplenium pumilum laxum, A. biforme, 
Adiantum Williamsii, A. gracillimum, A. grandicepJ, 
