THE GARDENING 
WORLD. 
411 
May 9, 1903. 
Plants Recently Certificated 
By the Royal Horticultural Society. 
April 21st. 
FLORAL COMMITTEE. 
,'anakea radicans. 
The flower stems of this species are 4 in. to 5 in. high, but 
he flowers are small and white. Botanical Certificate, R. H. 
Beamish, Esq., Ashbourne, Glounthaune, co. Cork, Ireland. 
L Mrs. George Barr. 
For description, see under Midland Daffodil Society, last 
issue. 
L Cleopatra. 
For description of this giant yellow Daffodil, see under 
Midland Daffodil Society, last issue. 
The above two received an Award of Merit when shown by 
Messrs. Barr and Sons, King Street, Covent Garden. 
N. Branston. 
This might be described as a white form of N. Barrii con- 
spicuus as far as the segments are concerned. The chalice 
has a bright orange-scarlet rim. The variety is, therefore, a 
choice one. Award of Merit, A. S. Leslie Melville, Esq., Brans¬ 
ton Hall, Lincoln. 
National Auricula and Primula Society. 
April 21st. 
Show Auricula Jet. 
The above is as nearly black as it is possible probably to get 
it in this genus, and is a self. 
Show Auricula Beatrice. 
Here, again, we have a self with a white paste, which shows 
off well against the dark self colour of the rest of the flower. 
Awards of Merit were given to each of the above when shown 
by the Rev. F. D. Horner, Burton-in-Lonsdale. 
Alpine Auricula Richard Dean. 
The body colour of the above is black, gradually fading out 
to salmon-red at the edge ; centre, golden-yellow. 
Alpine Auricula Mrs. Danks. 
The body colour in this instance is dark maroon, fading to 
rosy-salmon at the edge ; centre, golden-yellow. 
Awards of Merit were granted to the above two w hen showm 
by Mr. R. Holding, Birmingham. 
Double Polyanthus. 
The varieties of this distinct class of Polyanthus are few in 
number, but nevertheless very acceptable, lasting as they do 
a long time in bloom, either on the plant or as cut flowers. 
They are also very fine for conservatory decoration if lifted 
and potted just before the flower-spike appeal’s. The best- 
known variety, I should say, is Derncleughii, dark crimson 
, and golden yellow ; it is of sturdy habit, with strong, upright 
trusses. Res Theodore is a very dark crimson of good con¬ 
stitution. Curiosity or Tortoiseshell is also pretty; the latter 
name pretty well describes its colour. Harlequin is a newer 
variety, in colour dark crimson, laced yellow 7 . As far as I am 
aware, the above exhausts the number of varieties and are all 
v well worth a place in every garden. Like the Primroses, they 
should be divided and replanted when just going out of flower. 
Borderer. 
Double Pansy “Lord Waveney.” 
Seldom seen, but nevertheless a grand old plant is this ; in 
fact-, few people seem to be aware that such a thing exists as a 
double Pansy. That such is the case is amply illustrated by 
the variety under notice. It has flowers about the size of a 
crown piece, full double, in the style of a Camellia ; the colour 
is a dark plum, with the faintest suspicion of orange at the 
base of the petals, which, however, is barely noticeable owing 
to the regular way the petals overlap. The flowers are pro¬ 
duced on longish stalks, and last well in a cut or growing state. 
It is easily increased by cuttings or division of the old plants, 
and early autumn is the best time to do this. 
SOCIETIES. 
SPRING FLOWER SHOW AT CROYDON. 
(Concluded from paye 389.) 
Amongst the nurserymen Mr. Butcher, of South Norwood, in 
the centre of the gallery grouped a first-rate collection of Palms, 
plants, Ferns, etc., the effect of which was much enhanced by 
the magnificent bouquets of Roses, of the Gloire de Dijon and 
La France varieties, which occupied prominent positions at each 
end of the group ; Messrs. J. R. Box and Co., of Derby Road, 
Croydon, had some excellent spring flowers, including the 
finest variety of the Barri section, the Dorothy E. Wemyss. 
Air. J. R. Box, West Wickham, had an interesting collection 
of alpine plants, showing how these can be utilised in Japanese 
art pots for table decorations. 
Messrs. J. Peed and Sons, of West Norwood, had a similar 
exhibition of alpine plants. A feature of the show was the 
group of Orchids sent by Mr. E. Kromer, F.R.H.S., of Bandon 
Hill, the exquisite blooms, dainty colouring, and quaint forms 
of these most interesting and valuable plants being much 
admired. 
BRIGHTON AND SUSSEX SPRING SHOW. 
April 21st nnd 22nd. 
The above society held a most successful exhibition in the 
Dome and Corn Exchange, Brighton, on April 21st and 22nd, 
and a more suitable building would be hard to find at this season 
of the year, when the weather outside was anything but spring 
like. All inside was bright and cheerful, and nearly all kinds 
of bulbs and spring flowers were beautifully arranged in large 
numbers. The entries exceeded those of previous years, and 
that high excellence of quality generally so characteristic of 
Brighton was fully maintained. 
The Orchids were very fine, and of the several competitors 
Air. H. Garnett, gardener to Air. W. R. Fletcher, Mount Harry, 
Preston, was first with a really wonderful collection; Air. J. 
Harper, gardener to Air. E. C. Tucker, Vernon Lodge, Pi’eston, 
second. 
A very pretty arrangement was the mantelpiece and hearth 
decorated with plants, for which Air. G. Aliles, Victoria Nur¬ 
series, Dyke Road, Brighton, was first. 
For a table of foliage and flowering plants arranged for effect 
Air. G. Aliles again carried off the premier honours. 
The miscellaneous groups were certainly up to their usual 
excellence, and the competition was keen. Air. G. Miles was 
first again in this class with a graceful and pleasing arrange¬ 
ment. 
The collections of Tulips were very fine right throughout, and 
the first prize for twelve pots was awarded to Air. J. Harper ; 
and for six pots, which was a special prize, Air. F. Rapley, first. 
Hyacinths, of which there were large numbers, were well shown. 
Strawberries were remarkably good, both on the plants and 
picked fruits. 
The honorary exhibits were a splendid feature, and added 
greatly to the show. The most beautiful exhibit was made by 
Messrs. Balchin and Sons, of Hassocks Nurseries and Brighton, 
and quite filled one end of the Corn Exchange. The plants 
were indeed fine, some of the best being some snlendid Palms 
in the background, chiefly Areca lutescens, Cocos plumosa. and 
Kentias of sorts. Alessrs. Reamsbottom, of Ireland, set up a 
large table of their strain of the St. Brigid Anemones. 
Alessrs. Cheal and Sons, of Lowfield Nurseries, Crawley, had 
a stand of various plants and flowers arranged in their well- 
known style. 
ROYAL HORTICULTURAL. 
May 5th. 
The Drill Hall was very crowded on Tuesday last with exhibits 
of a great variety of material. Some of the more notable ex¬ 
hibits were Roses, Heaths, and hard-wooded greenhouse flower¬ 
ing plants. Pelargoniums and Ferns were also noteworthy. 
Very striking were the various exhibits of Schizantlius wise- 
tonensis, grown m pots for greenhouse and conservatory decora¬ 
tion. Yellow Richardias were good. Hardy herbaceous and 
alpine plants were present in great variety. Daffodils and 
Tulips were also special features. Orchids were more numerous 
than on the last occasion. 
ORCHID COMMITTEE. 
Capt. G. L. Holford, C.I.E., Westonbirt, Tetbury, Gloucester, 
