November  9,  1899. 
413 
JOURNAL 
OF  HORTICULTURE  AND 
COTTA  GE  GA  RDENER. 
to  note  they  were  all  staged  in  large  green  vases,  certainly  a  step  in  the 
right  direction.  For  six  blooms,  white,  one  variety,  Mr.  J.  W.  Mcllattie 
was  first  with  Mrs.  J.  Lewis ;  Mr.  W.  Higgs  was  second  with 
Madame  Carnot  ;  and  Mr.  G.  Hagon,  gardener  to  E.  A.  Lee,  Esq., 
Liphook,  third  with  the  same  variety. 
There  were  a  similar  number  of  entries  in  the  class  for  yellow  varieties, 
and  the  first  prize  was  taken  by  Mr.  W.  Higgs  for  a  grand  exhibit  of 
Mrs.  Mease,  surely  a  doubtful  yellow  variety.  Mr.  W.  Allan,  gardener 
to  Lord  Suffield,  Gunton  Park,  Norwich,  was  second  with  well  coloured 
Phoebus  ;  and  Mr.  J.  Sandford,  gardener  to  G.  W.  Wright  Ingle,  Esq, 
North  Finchley,  third  with  Mrs.  Mease.  Eight  competitors  staged  six 
blooms,  any  colour  except  white  or  yellow.  The  first  prize*  fell  to  Mr. 
J.  W.  McHattie  for  a  magnificent  six  of  Australie.  Mr.  H.  Perkins  was 
second  with  well  coloured  blooms  of  the  same  variety  ;  and  Mr.  F.  Foster 
was  third. 
The  hairy  petalled  varieties  only  brought  out  two  stands.  The  first 
prize  was  awarded  to  Mr.  J.  Justice,  who  had  Hairy  Wonder,  Leocadie 
Gentiles,  Louis  Brebmar,  and  White  Swan  in  good  style,  while  Mr.  H. 
Love,  Sandown,  was  second. 
Miscellaneous  Exhibits. 
Messrs.  B.  S.  Williams  &  Son,  Upper  Holloway,  arranged  a  large  table 
of  decorative  plants,  with  autumn  flowering  subjects.  The  chief  features 
were  the  huge  clumps  of  Begonia  Gloire  de  Lorraine,  Ericas  byemalis 
and  alba,  E.  gracilis,  with  Cypripediums,  Cattleyas,  Tree  Carnations, 
beautifully  arranged  with  Palms.  Dracaenas,  Crotons,  and  a  variety  of 
Ferns.  Messrs.  Isaac  House  &  Sons,  Coombe  Nurseries,  near  Bristol, 
had  a  table  of  Violets,  the  perfume  pervading  the  hall  for  some  distance 
around.  The  varieties  included  Princess  of  Wales,  La  France  (a  grand 
variety),  Italia,  Victoria,  California,  Mrs.  .J.  J.  As  tor,  and  Marie  Louise, 
a  beautiful  and  seasonable  exhibit. 
Messrs.  J.  Laing  &  Sons,  Forest  Hill,  again  decorated  one  of  the 
fountains  in  an  artistic  manner,  using  Palms,  foliage  plants  in  variety, 
trailing  Ivies,  Oranges  and  some  splendid  Chrysanthemums  grown  in- 
small  pots,  each  plant  carrying  eight  to  ten  blooms.  Messrs.  W.  Cutbush 
and  Son  staged  a  beautiful  exhibit  of  decorative  plants  beautifully 
arranged,  and  included  some  good  Chrysanthemums,  groups  of  Begonia 
Gloire  de  Lorraine,  Ericas,  Tree  Carnations,  Bouvardias  all  bedded  in 
Ferns  and  Grasses. 
Mr.  J.  Forbes,  Hawick,  exhibited  plants  of  his  white  Begonia 
Caledonia,  the  white  sport  from  Gloire  de  Lorraine.  Mr.  G.  W.  Piper, 
Uckfield,  had  a  grand  exhibit  of  his  new  Tea  Rose  Sunrise,  a  w’ell 
known  variety.  Mr.  J.  Agate,  Havant,  staged  a  splendid  box  of  Florence 
Molyneux,  a  variety  illustrated  recently  in  these  pages,  also  the  new 
yellow  Edith  Pilkington.  Messrs.  T.  S.  Ware,  Ltd.,  Tottenham,  had  a 
table  of  specimen  blooms  which  included  a  good  collection  of  all  sections. 
Messrs.  H.  Cannell  &  Sons,  Swanley,  displayed  a  huge  bank  of 
Japanese  blooms,  somewhat  formally  arranged,  nestling  in  a  bed  of 
Maidenhair  Fern  ;  also  two  handsome  groups  of  Cannas,  and  a  superb 
display  of  Zonal  Pelargoniums,  which  were  grown  as  only  Mr.  Cannell 
can  grow  them.  The  best  were  Ian  Maclaren,  The  Mikado,  Menelik, 
Mrs.  Simpson,  King  of  Crimsons,  and  Britannia.  Mr.  J.  Green  (Hobbies, 
Limited),  Dereham,  occupied  a  table  with  Chrysanthemums,  relieved 
with  a  few  foliage  plants.  The  specimen  blooms  were  fine,  especially 
Nellie  Pockett,  Australie,  and  Modesto.  Mr.  Robert  Owen  arranged  a 
nice  group  of  plants,  assisted  with  a  few  Ferns,  Palms,  and  Crotons.  On 
each  side  numbers  of  cut  blooms  were  displayed.  A  large  circular  group 
of  Chrysanthemums  was  exhibited  by  Messrs.  J.  Peed  &  Son,  West 
Norwood. 
PEAR  BEURRE  D’ANJOU. 
Numerous  as  have  been  the  communications  that  have  been  pub¬ 
lished  on  Pears  this  variety  has  had  little,  if  any,  attention.  Is  this 
the  result  of  its  having  proved  unsatisfactory,  or  is  it  because  it  is  not 
in  general  cultivation  1  The  fruit  now  figured  was  sent  to  us  for  name 
by  “  R.  J.  N.,”  who  has  a  high  opinion  of  the  variety,  both  because  the 
tree  is  a  good  grower  and  bearer  and  the  fruit  is  of  superior  quality.  The 
specimens  submitted  answered  precisely  to  the  description  of  this  Pear  in 
the  “Fruit  Manual” — namely,  “Fruit  large  and  handsome,  even  and 
regular  in  its  outline,  roundish  obovate.  Skin  greenish  yellow,  with 
sometimes  a  shade  of  dull  red  next  the  sun,  marked  with  patches  of 
russet,  and  thickly  strewed  with  brown  and  crimson  dots.  Eye  small 
and  open,  deeply  inserted  in  a  wide  cavity.  Stalk  short  and  stout,  set 
in  a  round  hole.  Flesh  white,  very  tender,  buttery,  and  melting,  very 
juicy,  vinous,  and  with  a  delicate  rose-water  perfume.  A  very  superior 
Pear  ;  ripe  at  the  end  of  October,  and  continues  in  use  till  December  and 
January.  It  is  quite  distinct  from  the  Nec  Plus  Meuris  of  VaD  Mons.” 
COLDFALL  Wood.  —  Much  regret  is  felt  at  Muswell  Hill  and 
East  Finchley  at  the  decision  of  the  Ecclesiastical  Commissioners  to 
close  the  Coldfall  Wood,  which  is  situated  to  the  north  of  Fortis  Green, 
and  is  a  remnant  of  the  old  Middlesex  forest.  A  road  is  now  being  made 
through  the  wood,  and  it  is  apparent  that  it  is  to  be  “developed.” 
Though  the  wood  was  never  open  to  the  general  public,  a  large  number 
of  residents  were  privileged  to  use  it,  and,  says  a  contemporary,  on  their 
behalf  Mr.  Phillips,  a  local  r(  sklent,  recently  forwarded  a  petition  to 
thp  Ecclesiastical  Commissioners  asking  them  to  reconsider  their  decision. 
THE  YOUNG  GARDENERS’  DOMAIN. 
Chrysanthemums.  . 
(  Continued  from  page  343. ) 
When  the  cuttings  have  a  fair  amount  of  roots  they  will  require  trans¬ 
ferring  to  large  60-pots,  having  them  clean  and  well-drained.  Pot  the  plants 
fairly  firm  so  as  to  encourage  stuidy  growth.  The  compost  should  be 
the  same  as  that  suggested  for  cuttings,  but  with  rather  less  sand.  In 
potting  always  be  careful  not  to  break  any  of  the  roots,  and  it  is  a 
great  help  to  the  plants  if  the  roots  are  carefully  loosened  before  being 
placed  in  the  fresh  pots.  When  potted  place  in  a  rather  close  frame  for 
a  few  days  until  root  action  commences,  and  always  be  careful  not  to 
water  when  the  soil  is  still  pleasantly  moist.  Lightly  shade  from  the 
sun  on  the  slightest  signs  of  flagging,  and  also  give  a  light  dewing  with 
a  fine  rose  can  or  a  syringe.  Alter  the  plants  are  well  established  give 
them  plenty  of  air  on  bright  days,  and  if  the  weather  be  very  mild  the 
Fig.  76.— Pear  Beurre  d’Anjou. 
lights  may  be  removed,  but  covering  again  about  the  middle  of  tie 
afternoon. 
The  plants  will  grow  rapidly  and  will  require  larger  pots — 
this  time  32’s — using  a  compost  of  two-thirds  loam  broken  in  small 
pieces,  and  one-third  leaf  mould  with  enough  sand  to  keep  it  porous,  and 
also  add  a  little  of  some  approved  fertiliser  and  soot.  Pot  firmly, 
placing  in  a  similar  position  as  before,  and  keeping  them  close  for  a  few 
days,  after  which  air  may  be  gradually  admitted.  Do  not  apply  any 
water  for  a  few  days  after  potting,  but  a  light  syringing  twice  daily  will 
prove  beneficial.  As  the  plants  grow,  the  sun  gains  power  and  the 
nights  become  warmer  the  lights  may  be  removed,  but  should  be  in 
readiness  for  putting  on  in  case  of  need. 
The  next  important  part  will  be  the  final  potting,  which  should  take 
place  about  the  middle  of  May,  but  no  exact  time  can  be  given,  as  it 
varies  with  the  season.  The  compost  should  now  be  got  in  readiness, 
and  may  consist  of  four  parts  fibrous  loam,  one  leaf  mould,  a  small 
amount  of  sand  and  lime  rubble,  wood  ashes,  and  fertiliser,  using  about 
^  cwt.  to  a  cartload  of  loam,  and  also  a  little  crushed  bones.  Thoroughly 
mix,  and  if  in  any  way  dry  a  little  water  should  be  applied  to  it  from  a 
fine  roBe  water-can.  I  may  say  that  if  the  loam  is  pulled  to  pieces  it 
will  bind  together  better  when  used  than  if  it  were  cut.  The  pots 
