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THE GARDENING WORLD , 
October 8, 1904. 
Fruit and Vegetable Committee. 
Apple Rev. W. Wilks. 
Tli© parentage of this cr'ossbred Apple was Peas-go-od’s Non¬ 
such x Ribston Pippin, and the result is an Apple somewhat 
similar to the first-named parent without the high colour. 
The skin is a pale green-yellow, more or less speckled with 
brown and red. The eye is closed and seated in, a deep, 
slightly plaited cavity. It. is an Applet of considerable promise. 
Award of Merit to Messrs. J. Vedtch and Sons, Limited, Chelsea. 
Strawberry Eythrope Perpetual. 
The above is a new perpetual Strawberry raised from St. 
Antoine de Padoue, which was the seed-bearer, and was crossed 
with another variety. It fruits very latei and continuously, 
and the flavour is considered a great improvement upon per¬ 
petual varieties already cultivated. Award of Merit to Mi s 
Alice de Rothschild (gardener, Mr. Gibbs), Eythrope, Bucks. 
Crab Frettingham’s Vicoria. 
The fruit of this Crab, is bright red and highly ornamental. 
Award of Merit, to Mr. W. H. Frettingham, Beeston Nurseries, 
Notts. 
Crab Veitch’s Scarlet. 
The parents of this variety were the Red Siberian Crab, and 
King of Pippins Apple, tire first-named being the seed-bearer. 
The fruit is globular and dark crimson, varying more or less in 
intensity and sometimes showing a bright red hue. If it. fruits 
freely it should prove a. Crab of great decorative value for 
planting on lawns and in shrubberies. Award of Merit to 
Messrs. J. Yeitch and Sons, Limited. 
SOCIETIES. 
MR. WILLIAM SYDENHAM’S EARLY CHRYSANTHEMUM 
SHOW. 
The above show was held in a large marquee* in the grounds 
at Bolehall, Tamworth, Mr. Sydenham's residence. There was a 
large attendance, chiefly of Chrysanthemum enthusiasts, who 
could not fail to go away satisfied with their visit after looking 
upon the many choice and well-grown exhibits with which the 
tent was filled, and also, the apparently endless variety of Early 
Chrysanthemums, Michaelmas Daisies, and other hardy peren¬ 
nials in flower ini the adjoining nursery, which was thrown open 
to the public. 
There were in ail twelve classes, in seven of which Mr. Wm. 
Sydenham offered two handsome Silver Medals. 
The first class was for an essay on the cultivation of the Early- 
flowering Chrysanthemum,, not to exceed 2,000 words, the, first 
prize £2 2s. In this there were about six entries, which is cer¬ 
tainly not so many as might reasonably have bee.nl exjmcted in 
this progressive age. The prize has not yet been awarded. 
In Class 2, for twelve distinct bunches decorative Early-flower¬ 
ing Chrysanthemums, distributed first time in 1903 rr since, 
Mr. Robert Pemberton, of Tamworth, was an easy first. He 
staged twelve first-class varieties in grand form, namely, Jimmie, 
Rosie, Bobbie, Winnie, Charlie, Netty, Polly, Cactus, Mrs. A.’ 
Willis, Kitty, Carrie, and Maggie. 
In Glass 3, for six bunches, Mr. R. Pemberton was' again an 
easy first. 
Also in Claiss 4, for six bunches of any white Early-flowering 
Chrysanthemums, distinct, the same gentleman won the premier 
prize, exhibiting splendid bunches, of" Market White, Parisiana, 
Mytchett. White, Mme. Desgratniges, and Queen of Earlies. 
In Class 5, for best six yellow, he again won first. 
In Class 6, for six bunches any colour but white or yellow, he 
was again to the fore. In this, exhibit, Jimmie, a. lovely purple, 
shading to claret, was especially noticeable, some of the blooms 
being ovei' 8 in. ini diameter. Goueher’s Crimson was also ex¬ 
ceedingly good. 
In Class 7, for twelve. Pompons, distinct, he also won first. 
In Class 8, for six Pompons-, Mr. Prince, of Loughborough, 
won first prize. 
In Class 9, for table decoration, there were three entries, Miss 
Keen, of Langdon, gaining first prize with a charming arrange¬ 
ment of Crimson Masse and Ampelopsis. 
In Class 10, for cross or anchor, the first prize was gained by 
Mr Dickinson, florist, Tamworth, for a- very good anchor of 
Horace Martin. 
In Class 11, for a wreath, Mr. Pemberton was first with a lovely 
wreath of Ralph Curtis and Parisiana. 
In Class 12, for novelties not in commerce, Mr. Prince ex¬ 
hibited some very good sports from various, varieties, which will, 
no doubt, be much sought after next season. 
Messrs. Glass, nurserymen, Ednrburgh, staged an honorary ex¬ 
hibit of choice. Chrysanthemums-, the colour of some of the varie¬ 
ties being very noticeably deeper than those grown locally. 
Polly was exceedingly good. 
Mr. Be-ntly, Belgrade, Leicester, had a, love-ly stand of large 
sprays of Roses, in splendid condition, and in very large and 
choice variety, chiefly Teas, and Hybrid Teas. 
The judges wore Messrs. D. B. Crane and T. W. Sanders. 
The flowers were sold by auction for charitable purposes, and 
fetched, in some cases, fabulous prices. The. Roses were in great 
demand, and one bunch of Chrysanthemums, Parisiana (white), 
fetched 2s. 9d. 
There are a large number of enthusiastic Chrysanthemum 
amateurs at Tamworth, and Mr. R. Pemberton., liimself one of 
the most enthusiastic, has organised a sho-w for October 1st, 
which, to judge from, ihei number of entries coming in, will be a 
great success, and which, if kept going, may develop into a very 
important exhibition. Japonica. 
ROYAL HORTICULTURAL. 
Great Show of British-grown Fruits. 
October 4th, 5th, and 6th. 
The first of the series of shows of British-grown fruit was held 
at the Crystal Palace in 1894, and continued there annually 
_ till last year, when it was transferred to the gardens of the 
society at Chiswick, in conjunction with an exhibition of vege¬ 
tables. On this occasion it was held in the new Horticultural 
Hall, Vincent Square. This is therefore the eleventh show of 
the series, and gave evidence of great vitality. If anything was 
needed to try the capacity of the hall, the fruit show was suffi¬ 
cient. Not only was the usual exhibition area filled, but both 
the annexes, -as well as a room in the basement and another 
upstairs. Unfortunately for the general public, some of the 
best Aj>[lies were lost here, as few found their way to the two 
latter rooms. These classes consisted chiefly of the single dishes 
in which exhibitors staged their best fruits. 
This has practically been an Apple year, as. they predominated 
everywhere, and were notable for grand colour, especially those 
from Kent, -Sussex, Devon, and Monmouth. The competition 
in both classes for nurserymen was severe, and excellent ex¬ 
hibits had to pass unrewarded. We may note also that there 
was no room for non-competitive exhibits, which usually add 
so much to the general effect. 
Grapes, on the whole, were not up to the usual standard, 
though many fine samples were shown. Some of the previous 
exhibitors were absent on this occasion, while others came up 
in strong force. Peaches, Plums, DamSons, Cherries, Pears, 
and a variety of small and uncommon fruits were all tolerably 
well represented, especially Peaches and Plums. The fruit 
trees in pots were splendid, and the only thing to break the 
monotony usually attendant upon a fruit show. 
Gardeners and Amateurs. 
The Silver Cup and money prize for the best collection of nine 
dishes of ripe dessert fruit were carried off by the Right Hon. 
the Earl of Harrington (gardener, Mr. J. H. Goodacre), Elvaston 
Castle, Derby. He had well-finished samples of Muscat of 
Alexandria and Black Hamburgh Grapes ; also Queen Pine¬ 
apple, Blenheim Orange Melon, Pitmaston Duchess Pears, 
‘ Princess and Golden Eagle Peaches, Victoria Nectarine, and 
Allington Pippin Apples. The hardy fruits were mostly 
splendid, hut they had all been ripened under glass. The 
second prize was secured by the Hon. Justice. Swinfen Eady 
(gardener, Mr. J. Lock), The Whim, Weybridge, who had ex¬ 
cellent Peaches, Nectarines, and Pears. The third prize was 
won by the Right Hon. the Earl of Londesborough (gardener, 
Mr. J. C. McPherson), Market Weight-on. The general excel¬ 
lence of these exhibits was better than for some years jiiast. 
The Silver Cup and money prize for six dishes of ripe dessert 
fruit was well won by F. W. Fleming, Esq. (gardener, Mr. W. 
Mitchell), Chilworth Manor, Romsey, who had Mrs. Pince and 
Muscat of Alexandria Grapes in fine condition. His Peaches, 
Apples, and Pears were also noteworthy. Lord Biddulph 
(gardener, Mr. J. Dawes), Ledbury, was second with grand 
Gros Maroc Grapes and Marguerite Marillat Pears. The third 
place was secured by Sir Marcus Samuel, Bart, (gardener. Mr. 
