PREFACE TO TWELFTH EDITION. 
The alphabetical ‘arrangement of varieties, which we adopted in former 
editions, has given such general satisfaction, that we shall continue to employ 
it. We aim to make our Catalogue as accurate in description and information as 
is possible, endeavoring to avoid exaggeration, and preferring not to say enough, 
rather than to overpraise. The descriptions are necessarily brief, but we trust 
they are sufficiently full and comprehensive for all purposes. The letters which 
are prefixed, show to what class each kind belongs. The age of the varieties is 
also given. If any hints as to treatment and culture are desired, they will be 
found under the proper head. 
IIIE I LAN I S which we otter of the hardy sorts are dormant from the open 
ground, one or two years old on own roots or one year old budded on the 
Manctti. Where the stock of certain varieties consists nearly or wholly of budded 
plants, it is so stated. In case nothing is said, it is to be inferred that the plants 
are on their own roots. A correct understanding of this point will save much 
inconvenience to all concerned. Varieties belonging to the tender classes are 
growing in four and tive-inch pots, unless otherwise stated. 
Since the last edition of this Catalogue was issued, we have had under trial 
many new varieties, but our experience thus far does not justify us in placing 
but a few of them in the catalogue. We have omitted from the Catalogue several • 
kindtf, which, after a thorough trial, appear to be unworthy of a place. 
EXHIBITION OF ROSES. A grand display of several acres of roses may 
be seen on our grounds the last three weeks in June and two first weeks in 
July. Visitors will be welcomed. This is a rare opportunity to study the 
comparative merits of the various sorts. 
ELLWANGER & BARRY. 
